Abjective

/əbˈdʒɛktɪv/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or characterized by abjection; expressing or promoting a state of degradation or humble submission.

Etymology

From 'abjection' + '-ive' suffix, creating an adjective that describes things having the quality or nature of abjection.

Kelly Says

This word is extremely rare, which makes it valuable when writers want to describe something with subtle degrading qualities—it's the difference between saying 'sad' versus 'degradingly wretched.'

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