1. plural of dejection; states of low spirits or sadness; melancholy or depression
2. plural of dejection; the act or process of lowering or casting down
Usage: archaic or formal usage

Examples

• After losing the championship, the team's dejections were visible on every player's face.
• She struggled with periods of dejection throughout the winter months.
• The coach addressed the players' dejections with an inspiring halftime speech.
• His repeated failures led to deep dejections that affected his work performance.
• Despite their dejections, the group remained determined to try again.
• The novel explores the protagonist's various dejections and eventual recovery.