Synonyms for

Abject

Verb / ˈæbdʒekt / Another word for abject — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

completely without pride or dignity; extremely bad or severe

Synonyms & similar words

lowdown scurvy scummy miserable unhopeful low miserable wretched desperate hopeless pitiful forlorn disheartening degrading humiliating ignominious deplorable lamentable dismal gloomy dreary squalid sordid filthy vile abominable

Example sentences

  1. The abject poverty in some parts of the world is heart-wrenching.
  2. The team's abject performance disappointed their fans.
  3. She felt abject after failing her exam.
  4. The abject conditions of the prison shocked the visitors.
  5. He lived an abject life on the streets.

Quotes

  • We are all born brave, trusting and greedy, and most of us remain greedy.
  • I am an old man, and have known a great many troubles, but most of them never happened.
  • The only thing we have to fear is fear itself.

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