abject
The word “abject” has 2 syllables: ab-ject.
It's pronounced as /ˈæb.dʒɛkt/.
What is synonym and antonym for abject?
In the thesaurus, “abject” has 4 synonyms and 7 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for abject along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for abject
- humble
- meek
- servile
- wretched
Antonyms for abject
- arrogant
- haughty
- imperious
- lordly
- supercilious
- superior
- uppity
Meanings of abject
- noun
- A person in the lowest and most despicable condition; a castaway; outcast.
- adjective
- Sunk to or existing in a low condition, state, or position.
- Cast down in spirit or hope; degraded; servile; grovelling; despicable; lacking courage; offered in a humble and often ingratiating spirit.
- Showing utter hopelessness, helplessness; showing resignation; wretched.
- Rejected; cast aside.
- verb
- To cast off or out; to reject.
- To cast down; hence, to abase; to degrade; to lower; to debase.
Example Sentences
- The refugees lived in abject poverty, lacking even the basic necessities.
- His failure in the competition left him feeling abject and defeated.
- The novel portrays the protagonist's journey from abject despair to redemption.
- The dictator ruled with abject cruelty, instilling fear in the hearts of the people.
- Despite facing abject adversity, she never lost hope and continued to persevere.
On this page you'll find 11 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to abject, such as: arrogant, haughty, humble, imperious, lordly, meek, servile.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.
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