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Another word for dejected

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• adjective (Context 1)

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

Usage Example

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

Strongest
downcast
dispirited
crestfallen
despondent
disheartened
downhearted
Strong
glum
discouraged
melancholy
forlorn

Opposites of dejected

The opposite of dejected shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

elated
cheerful
jubilant
buoyant
upbeat
optimistic
ecstatic
joyful
See all opposites of dejected

• Nearby Words

deinstallation
deism
deity
dejected
dejectedly
dejectedness
dejection

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Dejected. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/dejected
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