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Desperate

Definition

Desperate is an adjective that describes a feeling of extreme hopelessness or urgency.

Senses

Sense 1:

Feeling or showing despair or a lack of hope

Example sentence: After searching for hours, she was desperate to find her lost car keys.

Sense 2:

Reckless because of despair or urgency

Example sentence: The starving man resorted to desperate measures, stealing food to survive.

Sense 3:

Characterized by a sense of urgency and a willingness to take risks

Example sentence: The company was in desperate need of new investors to stay afloat.

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