desperation

US /ˌdɛspəˈreʃən/

UK /ˌdespəˈreɪʃn/

A2

noun

  • Feeling all hope is lost and you will do anything
  • A state of despair, typically one which results in rash or extreme behaviour.

other

  • The state of being desperate; a great need or urgency.
  • A feeling of extreme urgency or need.
  • A state of despair, typically one which results in rash or extreme behaviour.
  • A state of despair, typically one which results in rash or extreme behaviour.