Meaning & Definition of Abject in English

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"

2. Most unfortunate or miserable

• "The most abject slaves joined in the revolt"

• "Abject poverty"

3. Showing utter resignation or hopelessness

• "Abject surrender"

4. Showing humiliation or submissiveness

• "An abject apology"