English · Emotions & Feelings
dejected
dɪˈdʒektɪd
[dɪˈdʒektɪd]
sad and discouraged
Intermediateadjective
Definition
Feeling low in spirits; downhearted.
Example
He looked dejected after the rejection letter.
He looked dejected after the rejection letter.
Etymology
From Latin 'deicere' meaning 'to throw down'.
How & Where It’s Used
Describes low, discouraged spirits.