Dejections

/dɪˈdʒɛk.ʃənz/ noun

Definition

Plural of dejection; multiple instances or types of sadness, discouragement, or depressed emotional states.

Etymology

Dejection plus the standard English plural suffix '-s.' The plural form allows discussion of various episodes or types of dejection.

Kelly Says

The plural 'dejections' perfectly captures how people can have multiple low points—not just one depression, but waves of it throughout their lives.

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