dejected
adjective C2
Plain meaning
sad and disappointed
Exam-register meaning
In academic or exam writing, this is used to discuss sad and disappointed in a more precise way.
In context
naturalThe report described look dejected in a clear and practical way.
examThe findings show that look dejected can influence educational, social, or economic outcomes.
Common collocations
look dejectedfeel dejecteddejected expression
Watch out
Do not overuse it as a direct replacement for “good/bad”. Use it with natural nouns such as “look dejected”.