Hopelessly Definition

hopelessly
adverb
  1. in a hopeless manner; "the papers were hopelessly jumbled"; "he is hopelessly romantic"
  2. in a dispirited manner without hope; "the first Mozartian opera to be subjected to this curious treatment ran dispiritedly for five performances"
  3. without hope; desperate because there seems no possibility of comfort or success; "he hung his head hopelessly"; "`I must die,' he said hopelessly"

"Hopelessly" in song lyrics

See how hopelessly is used in real songs:

  • "While I rip the flow, they lips sink, the show hopelessly"
    Juice — Sincerely
  • "Blaze and burn hopelessly"
    Camu Tao — Plot For a Little

Usage tips for "hopelessly"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "hopelessly" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for hopelessly to find words that pair well.

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