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(ab-ject) 2 syllables

Definition

adjective. extremely bad or unpleasant in a way that causes sadness.

Example Sentence

The villagers live in abject poverty. The abject team rode home in silence.

More Example Sentences

He felt abject sadness after losing his pet.

Synonyms

miserable; wretched; pitiful

Antonyms

happy; joyful; content

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Rhymes

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