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Meaning of dejectedly
The primary meaning of the word "dejectedly" is in a depressed or disheartened manner.
Etymology of dejectedly
The word "dejectedly" originates from the Latin words "de" (meaning down or away) and "icere" (meaning to throw), with the past participle "dejectus" (meaning thrown down), and the suffix "-ly" which forms an adverb, indicating a manner or way of doing something.
Synonyms
despairingly
hopelessly
depressingly
gloomily
sadly
mournfully
sorrowfully
lamentably
pitifully
wretchedly
miserably
unhappy
disheartened
dispirited
downhearted
despondently
melancholy
glumly
sullenly
morosely
somberly
dismal
bleakly
cheerlessly
joylessly
spiritlessly
listlessly
languidly
lethargically
apathetically
unconcernedly
unenthusiastically
halfheartedly
Definitions
- Feeling or showing great sadness or depression, having no energy or enthusiasm due to a lack of hope or interest.
Usage Examples
- She walked dejectedly out of the room after receiving the bad news.
- * He sat dejectedly on the bench, feeling hopeless about his chances.
- * The team played dejectedly in the second half, clearly discouraged by their poor start.
Antonyms
hopefully
cheerfully
happily
joyfully
enthusiastically
energetically
vibrantly
lively
optimistically
positively
confidently
buoyantly
resiliently
courageously
bravely
fearlessly
stoutly
valiantly
gallantly
intrepidly