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ABJECT

(adj.sat, noun, adj., verb)

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There are 11 meanings of the word Abject.

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Abject - as an adjective satellite

Of the most contemptible kind

Example: "Abject cowardice"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
low6low-downmiserable13scummy15scurvy14

Most unfortunate or miserable

Example: "The most abject slaves joined in the revolt"

Showing utter resignation or hopelessness

Example: "Abject surrender"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
unhopeful17

Showing humiliation or submissiveness

Example: "An abject apology"

Abject - as a noun

A person in the lowest and most despicable condition; a castaway; outcast.

Abject - as an adjective

Sunk to or existing in a low condition, state, or position.

Cast down in spirit or hope; degraded; servile; grovelling; despicable; lacking courage; offered in a humble and often ingratiating spirit.

Showing utter hopelessness, helplessness; showing resignation; wretched.

Rejected; cast aside.

Abject - as a verb

To cast off or out; to reject.

To cast down; hence, to abase; to degrade; to lower; to debase.

Example Sentences

"He lived in abject poverty, barely able to afford food and shelter."
"The team suffered an abject defeat, losing by a score of 10-0."
"Her abject apologies could not undo the damage she had caused."
"The movie was an abject failure, receiving terrible reviews and performing poorly at the box office."
"He showed abject fear when faced with the vicious dog."
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Word Game Points

Is ABJECT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, abject is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

ABJECT has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.

Is ABJECT a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, abject is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
ABJECT has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 21.

Is ABJECT a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, abject is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
ABJECT has a WORDFEUD points total of 21.

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