noun
- the state of being sad, discouraged, or lacking hope or confidence
Usage: uncountable; formal
Examples
- After failing the exam, she felt a wave of downheartedness wash over her.
- His downheartedness was evident in his quiet demeanor and lack of enthusiasm.
- The team's downheartedness grew as they fell further behind in the game.
- She struggled with downheartedness during the long winter months.
- Despite his downheartedness, he decided to try again.
- The coach worked to lift the players' downheartedness with an inspiring speech.