Meaning & Definition of Abject in English
English⟶
Abject
/æbʤɛkt/
adjective
1. Of the most contemptible kind
- "Abject cowardice"
- "A low stunt to pull"
- "A low-down sneak"
- "His miserable treatment of his family"
- "You miserable skunk!"
- "A scummy rabble"
- "A scurvy trick"
synonym:
- abject,
- low,
- low-down,
- miserable,
- scummy,
- scurvy
2. Most unfortunate or miserable
- "The most abject slaves joined in the revolt"
- "Abject poverty"
synonym:
- abject
3. Showing utter resignation or hopelessness
- "Abject surrender"
synonym:
- abject,
- unhopeful
4. Showing humiliation or submissiveness
- "An abject apology"
synonym:
- abject