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downcast in French

downcast in French is abattu, affaibli — downcast means of the eyes, a facial expression, etc.: looking downwards, usually as a sign of discouragement, sadness, etc., or sometimes modesty.

downcast in French

abattu
adj
Of a person: feeling despondent or discouraged.
affaibli
adj
Of a person: feeling despondent or discouraged.

What does "downcast" mean?

  1. adj Of the eyes, a facial expression, etc.: looking downwards, usually as a sign of discouragement, sadness, etc., or sometimes modesty.
  2. adj Of a person or thing: cast or thrown to the ground.
  3. adj Of a thing: directed downwards.
  4. adj Of a person: feeling despondent or discouraged.
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What is "downcast" in French?

"downcast" in French is abattu, affaibli. downcast means: Of the eyes, a facial expression, etc.: looking downwards, usually as a sign of discouragement, sadness, etc., or sometimes modesty.

Are there other ways to say "downcast" in French?

Yes — French has 2 translations listed for "downcast": abattu, affaibli.

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