dejectedly

adverb

Pronunciation: /dɪˈdʒɛktɪdli/

Definition

In a manner showing extreme sadness, disappointment, or lack of hope.

Examples

• He dejectedly accepted the news that his application had been rejected.

• The puppy sat dejectedly by the door, waiting for its owner to return.

• She dejectedly stared out the window as the rain ruined her outdoor plans.

Synonyms of dejectedly

Words with a similar meaning to dejectedly:

• sadly
• unhappily
• miserably
• despondently
• melancholically

Antonyms of dejectedly

Words with the opposite meaning to dejectedly:

• cheerfully
• joyfully

Browse the full Anaversity dictionary