Exam: IELTS

Definition: Feeling or showing a very strong need or desire, often because of hopelessness or extreme circumstances.

Example: She made a desperate attempt to save her job after the layoffs were announced.

Definition: In a way that shows a strong need or desire, often because of a difficult situation.

Example: She desperately wanted to find a solution to the problem.

Definition: The condition of feeling hopeless or in a very difficult situation where one feels they must take extreme actions.

Example: In her state of desperateness, she made choices she would normally never consider.

Definition: A state of feeling hopeless and having no options left, often leading to extreme actions or decisions.

Example: In a moment of desperation, she made a choice she later regretted.

Definition: Worthy of strong dislike or disgust; something that is considered very bad or immoral.

Example: His despicable behavior shocked everyone at the party.

Definition: The quality of being very bad or deserving to be hated; it refers to actions or behaviors that are mean or vile.

Example: His despicableness was evident in the way he treated others poorly.

Definition: In a way that shows a lack of respect or consideration for others; in a mean or contemptible manner.

Example: He acted despicably by betraying his friends for personal gain.

Definition: To strongly dislike someone or something and feel that they are not worthy of respect.

Example: She despises dishonesty and always values truthfulness.

Definition: Hated or looked down upon with strong disapproval.

Example: He felt despised by his peers after the incident.

Definition: To feel a strong dislike or contempt for someone or something.

Example: She despised the way he treated others.

Definition: A feeling of contempt or malice towards someone or something, often resulting in a disregard for their feelings or well-being.

Example: He acted out of despite, refusing to acknowledge her efforts.

Definition: In spite of something; used to show that something happens or is true even though there is something that might prevent it.

Example: She went for a walk despite the rain.

Definition: Noting a contrast or exception to something; in spite of.

Example: Despite the rain, we went for a walk.