Despondent(adjective)
In low spirits from loss of hope or courage.
Hindi meaning:हताश
Synonyms: Hopeless, Dejected, Disheartened, Melancholy
Antonyms: Cheerful, Optimistic, Hopeful, Joyful
Example: After failing the exam for the third time, he felt completely despondent.
Trick to remember: Despondent sounds like 'Die-respond-nahi' - Jab koi response nahi milta toh insaan hope kho deta hai aur despondent feel karta hai.
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