Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
Despair

Desperation

The most appropriate synonym of the word "despair" is desperation.

• Despair is a feeling of hopelessness and loss of all hope.
• Desperation is a state of mind characterized by extreme anxiety and a feeling that there is no way out of a difficult situation.
• Delighted is a feeling of great joy and happiness.
• Happy is a feeling of contentment and well-being.
• Determine is to set one's mind to do something and to persist in doing it despite difficulties.