hopelessly

/ˈhoʊpləsli/
adverb
  1. In a way that shows no hope; without any chance of success or improvement.
    • He shook his head hopelessly, knowing nothing could be done.
    • The team was hopelessly behind in the final minutes of the game.
    • They were hopelessly lost in the maze of streets.
  2. Used to emphasize a very strong or extreme state, often negative.
    • He is hopelessly addicted to video games.
    • She was hopelessly in love with him.
    • The old computer was hopelessly outdated.
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