Synonyms of abject
56 similar words · 1 opposite word
Another word for abject is out-and-out. Other synonyms of abject are complete, utter, consummate, sheer and wretched. The opposite of abject is unabject.
Synonyms and similar words for abject
adjectiveExisting in or sunk to a low condition, position, or state; contemptible, despicable, miserable.
adjectiveComplete; downright; utter.
- out-and-outComplete, utter.
- unmitigated
- frightful
- absolute
- prize
- clean
- categoricCategorical.
- categorical
- completeGeneric intensifier.
- consummateComplete in every detail, perfect, absolute.
- decided
- downrightAbsolute, complete.
- full
- full-blown
- full-bore
- full-on
- outright
- perfect
- preciousThorough; utter.
- properUtter, complete.
- pure
- stark
- rank
- regularExemplary; excellent example of; utter, downright.
- right
- root and branchTotal, thorough, sweeping, complete, radical, drastic.
- sheerDownright; complete; pure.
- straight-out
- thorough
- thoroughgoingWith great attention to detail; complete, thorough.
- total
- unadulterated
- unalloyedComplete and unreserved; pure; unadulterated; not restricted, modified, or qualified by reservations.
- unattenuatedNot attenuated.
- uncompromising
- unconditionalAbsolute; without conditions, limitations, reservations or qualifications.
- unfettered
- unqualified
- unreserved
- unrestricted
- utterTo the furthest or most extreme extent; absolute, complete, total, unconditional.
- wholesale
- arrant datedComplete; downright; utter.
- mere obsoleteNothing less than; complete, downright .
adjectiveOf a person: cast down in hope or spirit; showing utter helplessness, hopelessness, or resignation...
Opposite of abject
adjectiveExisting in or sunk to a low condition, position, or state; contemptible, despicable, miserable.
- unabjectNot abject.
Meaning of abject
- adjective Existing in or sunk to a low condition, position, or state; contemptible, despicable, miserable.
- adjective Complete; downright; utter.
- adjective Lower than nearby areas; low-lying.
abject in other languages
Questions about synonyms of abject
- What is another word for abject?
- Abject has 56 synonyms on Word.ws, such as out-and-out, complete, utter, consummate, sheer, wretched, thoroughgoing and unalloyed.
- What is the opposite of abject?
- The opposite of abject is unabject.
- What does abject mean?
- Abject means existing in or sunk to a low condition, position, or state; contemptible, despicable, miserable.
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