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ABJECTION Synonyms

There are 12 synonyms of the word abjection. (exact relations)
There is 1 hypernym of the word abjection. (close relations)
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Best Alternative Words for ABJECTION

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abasement
verb, nounv, n
noun

• a low or downcast state

• depriving one of self-esteem

degradation
nounn
noun

• changing to a lower state (a less respected state)

• a low or downcast state

contempt
nounn
noun

• lack of respect accompanied by a feeling of intense dislike

• a manner that is generally disrespectful and contemptuous

• open disrespect for a person or thing

• a willful disobedience to or disrespect for the authority of a court or legislative body

disgrace
nounn
noun

• a state of dishonor

verb

• bring shame or dishonor upon

• reduce in worth or character, usually verbally

• damage the reputation of

dishonor
nounn
noun

• a state of shame or disgrace

• lacking honor or integrity

verb

• bring shame or dishonor upon

• force (someone) to have sex against their will

• refuse to accept

embarrassment
nounn
noun

• the shame you feel when your inadequacy or guilt is made public

• the state of being embarrassed (usually by some financial inadequacy)

• some event that causes someone to be embarrassed

• extreme excess

humiliation
nounn
noun

• state of disgrace or loss of self-respect

• strong feelings of embarrassment

• an instance in which you are caused to lose your prestige or self-respect

• depriving one of self-esteem

ignominy
nounn
noun

• a state of dishonor

infamy
nounn
noun

• a state of extreme dishonor

• evil fame or public reputation

obloquy
nounn
noun

• state of disgrace resulting from public abuse

• a false accusation of an offense or a malicious misrepresentation of someone's words or actions

scorn
verb, nounv, n
noun

• lack of respect accompanied by a feeling of intense dislike

• open disrespect for a person or thing

verb

• look down on with disdain

• reject with contempt

shame
nounn
noun

• a painful emotion resulting from an awareness of inadequacy or guilt

• a state of dishonor

• an unfortunate development

verb

• bring shame or dishonor upon

• compel through a sense of shame

• cause to be ashamed

• surpass or beat by a wide margin

Best Hypernyms For ABJECTION

Here is a list of related hypernyms for abjection, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
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humiliation

Alternatives for ABASEMENT

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