I)to denote the state of mind or sensation Desire. V. To long for, to wish n strong longing, earnest wish dismay V. To fill with dismay n strong feeling of fear and hopelessness1)to denote the state of mind or sensation. Desire: v. To long for, to wish n. strong longing, earnest wish dismay: v. To fill with dismay n. strong feeling of fear and hopelessness