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abject

 

[ หˆabjekt ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

extreme misery

The term 'abject' is used to describe a state of extreme wretchedness or misery. It often refers to a situation of utter hopelessness or degradation. When something is abject, it has sunk to the lowest possible level, often evoking a sense of sympathy or disdain. This word can also imply a lack of dignity and self-respect, marking a profound sense of despair and defeat.

Synonyms

deplorable, despicable, humiliating, miserable, wretched

Examples of usage

  • She lived in abject poverty, struggling to make ends meet.
  • His abject failure to meet the deadline disappointed everyone.
  • The abject conditions in the refugee camp were heartbreaking.
  • They were left in abject fear during the storm.

Translations

Translations of the word "abject" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น abjeto

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฆเฅ€เคจ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช elend

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ memalukan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะถะฐะปัŽะณั–ะดะฝะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ nฤ™dzny

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆƒจใ‚ใช

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท abject

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ abyecto

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท rezil

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋น„์ฐธํ•œ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฐู„ูŠู„

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ubohรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ ubohรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅ‘้„™็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ obupan

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ sorglegur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›ะฐะนั‹ั€ัˆั‹

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฃแƒกแƒแƒฎแƒšแƒ™แƒแƒ แƒแƒ‘แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ bษ™rbad

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ abyecto

Etymology

The word 'abject' originates from the Latin term 'abjectus', which is the past participle of 'abjacere', meaning 'to throw away' or 'cast down'. It entered the English language in the late Middle Ages and has since retained its connotation of something being thrown down or cast aside. Historically, 'abject' has been used in various contexts, from describing physical conditions to emotional states. Over time, it has evolved to encompass broader meanings associated with extreme unpleasantness or degradation. In literature and philosophy, 'abject' has also taken on layers of meaning relating to identity, existence, and societal norms, especially in discussions around subjects like the abject self and the psychological implications of feeling marginalized or dehumanized.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #15,796, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.