desperately

• Adverbe signifiant « d'une manière qui montre le désespoir » ou « avec une urgence ou une intensité extrême ». Il est utilisé pour décrire des actions motivées par un sentiment de désespoir, un besoin pressant ou des efforts fébriles.

An adverb meaning 'in a way that shows despair' or 'with extreme urgency or intensity.' It is used to describe actions driven by a sense of hopelessness, great need, or frantic effort.

1. In a state of despairB2formal

   In a way that shows a feeling of hopelessness or extreme need.

   désespérément (sens de détresse)

   • She desperately searched for her lost keys.
   • He desperately tried to save the drowning child.
   • They desperately needed food and water after the storm.

   Synonymesdespairinglydespondentlyforlornlyhopelessly

   Antonymescheerfullyhopefullyoptimistically

2. With great urgencyB2formal

   In a way that shows a strong need or desire for something.

   avec une grande urgence

   • The hospital desperately requires more blood donors.
   • She desperately wanted to pass the exam.
   • He desperately needed a break from work.

   Synonymesavidlyeagerlyfranticallyintenselyurgently

   Antonymescalmlyindifferently