# dejectedly

**Pronunciation:** /dɪˈdʒɛktɪdli/ · di-JEK-tid-lee

**Part of speech:** adverb

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

## Synonyms

- sadly — The most general and common way to describe unhappiness.
- unhappily — Expresses a general state of dissatisfaction or lack of joy.
- miserably — Focuses on the intensity of the suffering or discomfort.
- despondently — Implies a complete loss of hope and courage.
- melancholically — Describes a pensive, deep, and often lingering sadness.

## Antonyms

- cheerfully — Acting with visible happiness and optimism.
- joyfully — Acting with intense delight or gladness.

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