Despondencies

/dɪˈspɒndənsiz/ noun (plural)

Definition

Multiple instances or feelings of hopelessness, discouragement, or deep sadness.

Etymology

Plural form of 'despondency' (the more common variant of 'despondence'), formed by adding '-ies' to replace the '-y' ending.

Kelly Says

The plural form suggests waves or cycles of hopelessness—it appears in poetry and memoir describing mental health struggles as recurring episodes rather than one continuous state.

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