desperation
nounStress: third syllable
Syllables: des-per-a-tion (4)
English Definition
A state of despair, typically one which results in rash or extreme behavior
Example Sentence
In sheer desperation, he quit his job.
US IPA
/ˌdespəˈreɪʃn/
UK IPA
/ˌdespəˈreɪʃn/