despondence

/dɪˈspɑndəns/
noun
  1. A state of being very sad and without hope.
    • After losing his job, he fell into deep despondence.
    • She tried to hide her despondence, but her friends could see she was struggling.
    • The team's despondence was clear after they lost the championship game.
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