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Despair
Despair (/dɪˈspɛər/) is a profound state of hopelessness, discouragement, or complete loss of faith. It is often associated with feelings of extreme sadness, pessimism, and a sense of failure.
Etymology
The term "despair" originates from the Old French despair, which means "to lose hope". It is derived from the Latin desperare, which combines de- (without) and sperare (to hope).
Related Terms
- Depression: A mental health disorder characterized by persistently depressed mood or loss of interest in activities, causing significant impairment in daily life.
- Hopelessness: A feeling or state of despair and lack of belief in positive outcomes.
- Pessimism: A tendency to see the worst aspect of things or believe that the worst will happen.
- Anxiety: A feeling of worry, nervousness, or unease, typically about an imminent event or something with an uncertain outcome.
- Grief: Deep sorrow, especially that caused by someone's death.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Despair
- Wikipedia's article - Despair
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