desperately

US /ˈdɛspərɪtlɪ/

UK /'despərətlɪ/

A2

adverb

  • Extremely; very much.
  • In a way that shows you don't have much hope
  • In a way that shows despair.
  • In a way that shows despair.
  • In a way that shows a loss of hope.
  • To a very great degree; intensely.
  • In a reckless or dangerous way due to despair.
  • With great urgency or need.