unhopeful

/ˈʌnˈhəʊpfl/

Definitions

1. adjective

lacking hope; having little or no confidence in a successful outcome

“After a series of disappointments, she became an unhopeful person, questioning the point of trying.”

2. adjective

unencouraging; depressing

“The rainy weather created an unhopeful atmosphere for the outdoor festival.”

Synonyms

  • despairing
  • despondent
  • discouraged

Antonyms

  • encouraged
  • hopeful
  • optimistic