Which of the following words is closest in meaning to “Despondent”?

Despondent means dejected; in low spirits.

• Correct answer - dejected: it has the same meaning as Despondent.
• joyful: full of happiness - wrong, it does not mean the same as Despondent.
• hopeful: optimistic - wrong, it does not mean the same as Despondent.
• impetuous: acting hastily - wrong, it does not mean the same as Despondent.