the GNU version of the Collaborative International Dictionary of English
adj. Marked by despondence; given to despondence; low-spirited
The Century Dictionary and Cyclopedia
Losing courage; falling into dejection; depressed; spiritless.
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adj. without or almost without hope
Word Usage
"Mexico's ambassador, Fernando de Mateo y Venturini, speaking in English, said he had learnt a new word last week -- "despondent" -- though maybe "angst" was more appropriate."