Abjectly: meaning, definitions and examples

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.

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.