† desperacyn.
Obsolete.
Desperateness, desperation.
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the mind > mental capacity > expectation > despair, hopelessness > [noun]
forlornnessc825
unhope?c1225
wanhope1297
speir13..
wantrokingc1350
mishopea1400
desperacy1629
Slough of Despond1776
hopelessness1853
unhopefulness1868
the world > action or operation > manner of action > carelessness > incautiousness > [noun] > rashness or recklessness > recklessness induced by despair
desperation1531
desperateness1549
desperacy1800
desperadoism1874
1629 J. Gaule Practique Theories Christs Predict. 11 Downe to the nethermost depth beyond recouerie: Let vs there take our portion of desperacie.
1800 Ann. Reg. 1798 (Otridge ed.) Hist. Europe 155/2 Such deeds of desperacy and revenge.
1800 W. E. J. Obi 231 Deeds of desperacy and cruelty.
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