dejection

Definitions

A state of melancholy or depression; low spirits.

The act of casting down or the state of being cast down in spirit.

Examples

He could not hide the deep sense of dejection he felt after failing the final exam.

Despite the team's initial dejection following the loss, they soon began planning for the next season.

Synonyms

despondency melancholy gloom sadness unhappiness sorrow misery

Antonyms

elation joy cheerfulness happiness delight exuberance jubilation