/ˈdes.pər.ət/
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Meaning
So worried, or so much in need, that you will try anything.
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Word origin
From Latin desperatus, from de- (without) and sperare (to hope).
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- desperatus
- English cognates
- despair
Examples
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"Desperate for" something means you want it very badly.
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A "desperate" act is one you try when there is no better choice.
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"Desperate to" is followed by a verb.
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Start your free week (no card)This word is taught in chapter 21, lesson 7: desperate, dramatic, experiment and 7 more words.