DESPOND


Meaning of DESPOND in English

n.

Pronunciation: di- ' spänd

Function: intransitive verb

Etymology: Latin despond ē re, from de- + spond ē re to promise solemnly ― more at SPOUSE

Date: 1655

: to become despondent

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