dejectedly

Meaning

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.

Pronunciation: /dɪˈdʒɛktɪdli/

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