Dictionary Check: abject

"abject" is a valid word!

Scrabble 17 points
Words with Friends 21 points

Definition

adjective

of the most contemptible kind

Example: "abject cowardice"
adjective

most unfortunate or miserable

Example: "the most abject slaves joined in the revolt"
adjective

showing utter resignation or hopelessness

Example: "abject surrender"
Synonyms:
adjective

showing humiliation or submissiveness

Example: "an abject apology"

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