dejects
The word “dejects” has 2 syllables: de-jects
It's pronounced as /dɪˈdʒɛkts/
What is synonym and antonym for dejects?
In the thesaurus, “dejects” has 34 synonyms and 28 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for dejects along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for dejects
- afflicts
- agitates
- ails
- bothers
- burdens
- concerns
- dashes
- daunts
- demoralizes
- depresses
- discomforts
- discomposes
- discourages
- disheartens
- dismays
- dispirits
- disquiets
- distresses
- disturbs
- exercises
- gets down
- oppresses
- perturbs
- saddens
- torments
- tortures
- troubles
- undoes
- unhinges
- unnerves
- unsettles
- upsets
- weighs down
- worries
Antonyms for dejects
- animates
- assures
- boosts
- brightens
- buoys
- comforts
- consoles
- delights
- elates
- elevates
- encourages
- enlivens
- excites
- exhilarates
- gladdens
- gratifies
- heartens
- inspires
- invigorates
- lifts
- lightens
- pleases
- reassures
- rejoices
- solaces
- soothes
- stimulates
- uplifts
Meanings of dejects
- verb
- Make sad or dispirited.
- To cast down.
Example Sentences
- Failure often dejects those who lack confidence.
- Harsh criticism dejects even the most talented performers.
- The news of defeat dejects the entire community.
- A toxic environment dejects creative minds.
- Repeated rejection dejects young writers trying to publish their work.
On this page you'll find 62 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to dejects, such as: afflicts, agitates, ails, animates, assures, boosts, bothers.
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