Definition

Feeling sad and unhappy, often because of disappointment or failure.

Example

After losing the game, he felt dejected and sat alone on the bench.

Conversation

I saw you looking a bit dejected earlier, everything okay?

Yeah, I just had a tough day at work, you know?

I get that; sometimes things just don’t go our way and we feel dejected.

Exactly, but talking to you always helps lift my spirits.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Dejected → It is formed from "de-" (meaning down or away) and "jacere" (meaning to throw). The word describes a state of being thrown down or feeling low in spirits.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'thrown down' ('jacere') when you feel sad or low — that's what dejected means.

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