Dejection

B2 16+

Synonyms of dejection

Antonyms of dejection

Collocations of dejection

deep dejection
Frequency: 70 %

After losing the championship game, he sunk into deep dejection.

overwhelming dejection
Frequency: 60 %

The news of her failed exam results brought overwhelming dejection.

profound dejection
Frequency: 50 %

His profound dejection was evident in his lack of enthusiasm for anything.

utter dejection
Frequency: 45 %

The betrayal by his closest friend left him in utter dejection.

crippling dejection
Frequency: 40 %

The loss of his job resulted in crippling dejection that affected his daily life.

Idiomatic Expressions for dejection

  • Phrase: to wallow in dejection
    Meaning: to indulge in feeling sorry for oneself
    Usage: Instead of moving on, he chose to wallow in dejection.