dejected

UK: dɪˈdʒektɪd | US: dɪˈdʒektɪd

Definition

  1. adj. feeling sad and dispirited; low in spirits

Structure
de <down>ject <throw>ed <adjective suffix>
Etymology

The word "dejected" originates from Latin deicere (to throw down), combining de- (down) and jacere (to throw). The past participle dejectus evolved into Middle English as "dejected," retaining the metaphorical sense of being "thrown down" emotionally. The morpheme ject appears in many English words (e.g., "eject," "project"), consistently conveying the idea of throwing or casting.

Examples

  1. After failing the exam, she looked utterly dejected.

  2. His dejected posture revealed his disappointment.

  3. The team walked off the field, dejected by their loss.

  4. A dejected sigh escaped his lips as he read the rejection letter.

  5. Despite the cheerful surroundings, he remained dejected.