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Abjectly: meaning, definitions and examples

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abjectly

 

[ ˈabjɛktli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

manner of behavior

Abjectly is an adverb that describes an action or behavior done in a very bad or severe manner. It often conveys a sense of extreme misery or hopelessness. When someone acts abjectly, they are typically expressing a complete and utter surrender to circumstances, often reflecting a lack of dignity or self-respect. The term can be used to describe actions that are undertaken in a state of despair or degradation.

Synonyms

despairingly, miserably, wretchedly.

Examples of usage

  • She begged abjectly for forgiveness after her mistake.
  • The team performed abjectly, displaying no effort during the match.
  • He lived abjectly, without any comfort or support.

Translations

Translations of the word "abjectly" in other languages:

🇵🇹 de forma abjeta

🇮🇳 निम्नता से

🇩🇪 erbärmlich

🇮🇩 secara menjijikkan

🇺🇦 жалюгідно

🇵🇱 żałośnie

🇯🇵 惨めに

🇫🇷 de manière abjecte

🇪🇸 de manera abyecta

🇹🇷 aşırı bir şekilde

🇰🇷 비참하게

🇸🇦 بشكل مذل

🇨🇿 zbaběle

🇸🇰 podlým spôsobom

🇨🇳 卑鄙地

🇸🇮 sramotno

🇮🇸 fátækt

🇰🇿 жаман түрде

🇬🇪 წარუმატებლად

🇦🇿 alçaldıcı şəkildə

🇲🇽 de manera abyecta

Etymology

The word 'abjectly' derives from the adjective 'abject,' which originates from the Latin word 'abjectus,' meaning 'thrown away' or 'cast down.' The roots of 'abjectus' stem from 'ab-' meaning 'from' or 'off' and 'jactare,' which means 'to throw.' The word has evolved over the centuries to describe the state of being in a low or degraded condition. Its usage can often signify extreme humility or servility, indicating not just physical degradation but an emotional or moral debasement. Due to its strong connotations, 'abject' and 'abjectly' have been used in both literary and conversational contexts to highlight the depths of despair or degradation one can experience.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #34,781 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.