Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

dejected

Adjective
/dɪˈdʒɛktɪd/
Definition
Feeling sad or disheartened.
Examples
  • After hearing the news about the canceled event, she looked dejected.
  • He felt dejected when his proposal was turned down.
  • The team’s dejected expression after the loss was evident.
Meaning
A state of feeling low in spirits or unhappy due to disappointment.
Synonyms
  • Downcast
  • Disheartened
  • Despondent
  • Dispirited
  • Gloomy