abject in German

abject in German is abjekt, verächtlich, armselig — abject means experienced or done in the most extreme or miserable degree, especially poverty or failure.

abject in German

abjekt

adj

Existing in or sunk to a low condition, position, or state; contemptible, despicable, miserable. [from early 15th c.]

verächtlich

adj

Existing in or sunk to a low condition, position, or state; contemptible, despicable, miserable. [from early 15th c.]

armselig

adj

Existing in or sunk to a low condition, position, or state; contemptible, despicable, miserable. [from early 15th c.]

bitter

adj

Existing in or sunk to a low condition, position, or state; contemptible, despicable, miserable. [from early 15th c.]

erniedrigt

adj

Existing in or sunk to a low condition, position, or state; contemptible, despicable, miserable. [from early 15th c.]

elend

adj

Of a person: cast down in hope or spirit; showing utter helplessness, hopelessness, or resignation; also, grovelling; ingratiating; servile. [from mid 14th c.]

jämmerlich

adj

Of a person: cast down in hope or spirit; showing utter helplessness, hopelessness, or resignation; also, grovelling; ingratiating; servile. [from mid 14th c.]

kläglich

adj

Of a person: cast down in hope or spirit; showing utter helplessness, hopelessness, or resignation; also, grovelling; ingratiating; servile. [from mid 14th c.]

What does "abject" mean?

adj Experienced or done in the most extreme or miserable degree, especially poverty or failure.
"The refugees were living in abject poverty."
adj Lacking self-respect or dignity; deserving contempt.
"He offered an abject apology, practically begging for forgiveness."

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Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

abject in a sentence

The refugees were living in abject poverty.
The team suffered an abject defeat in the final.
He offered an abject apology, practically begging for forgiveness.

Similar words in German

low miserable scurvy

Common German translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "abject" in German?

"abject" in German is abjekt, verächtlich, armselig. abject means: Experienced or done in the most extreme or miserable degree, especially poverty or failure.

How do you use "abject" in a sentence?

Example: "The refugees were living in abject poverty." In German, "abject" is abjekt, verächtlich, armselig.

Are there other ways to say "abject" in German?

Yes — German has 8 translations listed for "abject": abjekt, verächtlich, armselig, bitter, erniedrigt, elend.

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