What is another word for unhopefully?

Pronunciation: [ʌnhˈə͡ʊpfəlɪ] (IPA)

"Unhopefully" is an uncommon adverb that means "unfortunately or with little hope". Some synonyms for "unhopefully" include "gloomily", "despondently", "discouragingly", "dismally", and "sadly". These words express a sense of disappointment or negative outlook on a situation. Other similar words that convey a lack of hope include "bleakly", "hopelessly", "forlornly", "melancholically", and "pessimistically". Regardless of which synonym is used, it is important to remember that these words are generally used to express a sense of regret or despair, suggesting that the possibility of a positive outcome is fading or nonexistent.

What are the hypernyms for Unhopefully?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Unhopefully

The pursuer took the road again, rather unhopefully.
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Kent shook his head unhopefully.
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He was inclined to speak unhopefully of the international plans for universal peace, which were being agitated rather persistently.
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Albert Bigelow Paine Last Updated: February 20, 2009

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