Definition

In a way that shows extreme shame or hopelessness; very desperately.

Example

He abjectly apologized for his mistakes, showing deep remorse.

Conversation

I felt abjectly embarrassed after tripping in front of everyone at the party.

Oh no! That sounds really awkward.

Yeah, I just wanted to disappear from the scene.

We've all been there; it happens to the best of us.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Abjectly → It is formed from "abject" (from Latin "abjectus", meaning thrown away or cast off) and the adverbial suffix "-ly" (meaning in a manner of). The word "abjectly" means in a manner that is cast off or thrown away, often referring to a state of extreme degradation or hopelessness.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'thrown away' ('abject') and how doing something in that way ('-ly') reflects a state of despair or degradation.

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