despondency

/dɪˈspɑndənsi/
noun
  1. A feeling of extreme sadness and loss of hope.
    • The long winter brought a sense of despondency to the whole town.
    • He couldn't shake the despondency he felt after the breakup.
    • The doctor noticed her despondency and recommended she talk to a counselor.
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