A boy sat on the wet curb, despondent, his kite torn and muddy. He watched it drift and felt despondent as the wind failed. Passersby, looking despondent, avoided him; he felt even more despondent. A woman knelt, tied his shoe, smiled, and his shoulders eased — no longer fully despondent; he stood and ran after the kite.
🧑🎓 CEFR Level: C2 Proficient
This word is at the C2 level, which means it represents the highest mastery of English. It’s often used in specialized or highly formal contexts and helps you communicate with precision and subtlety, much like a native speaker.
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