Definition of "hopeless"

Kid-friendly meaning of hopeless, with part of speech, syllables, and example sentences for grades K-2, 3-5, and 6-8.

What does "hopeless" mean?

hopeless (adjective) — feeling like nothing good will ever happen.

Part of speechAdjective Syllables2 (hope·less)

Example sentences using "hopeless"

Grade K–2
I felt hopeless after the loss.
Grade 3–5
He felt hopeless when he saw how much homework had piled up.
Grade 6–8
Although the situation seemed hopeless at first, a small change in plan made everything start to feel possible again.

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