GRE Word List

DESPERATE

having lost hope

The meaning of the word desperate is having lost hope.

Random words

WordMeaning
whimsicalresulting from or characterized by whim or caprice
derogatoryexpressive of a low opinion : disparaging
buffooneryfoolish or playful behavior or practice
respirationthe movement of air or dissolved gases into and out of the lungs
creepto move along with the body prone and close to the ground
relishcharacteristic flavor
vendettablood feud
falterto walk unsteadily : stumble
witticisma cleverly witty and often biting or ironic remark
disclaimto make a disclaimer