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dejected

/dɪˈdʒɛktɪd/
de · ject · ed
Adverb:dejectedly
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dejected Lexical Profile

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• adjective

1

Sad, depressed, and dispirited, typically as a result of a recent disappointment, setback, or loss.

Example

"The players looked visibly dejected as they walked off the field after losing the championship match in overtime."

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Word Origin & Etymology

First recorded in the late 16th century, this word derives from the Latin 'deiectus', the past participle of 'deicere' ('to throw down' or 'to cast down'), formed from 'de-' ('down') and 'iacere' ('to throw').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Dejected. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/dejected
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