Comparative for feeling or causing despair
“He recalled the intense despair, the tears, and that hopeless cry for forgiveness.”
Comparative for feeling deeply pessimistic about the future
“They weren't wasting time being cynical, or feeling hopeless about the future.”
Comparative for not capable of being redeemed
“I wanted to approach this book through the eyes of a hopeless optimist who sees the silver lining in every dark cloud.”
Comparative for very bad or incompetent
“He's managing to pay the rent on his one-room apartment, even if he is a hopeless slob.”
Comparative for incapable of being realized, achieved or solved
“I had always dreamed of an acting career, yet I always felt that it was a hopeless goal.”
Comparative for without hope of having a positive result
“I don't believe your situation is as hopeless as you think.”
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