adjective as in strong fondness

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hopeless, disheartening, without promise

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Example Sentences

Example:The recovery of the patient’s leg was hopeless as it was severely infected.

Definition:Lacking any chance of success, achievement, or satisfaction.

From hopeless

Example:The poor recovery statistics were disheartening for the patients and their families.

Definition:Inspiring little confidence or hope; likely to discourage or demoralize.

From disheartening

Example:The untried formula seemed without promise in improving the drug’s efficacy.

Definition:Not promising; unlikely to succeed or be successful.

From without promise