Dejection and Mirth

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Dejection noun - A state or spell of low spirits.

Usage example: I find that ice cream often works wonders when trying to overcome dejection

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Mirth is an antonym for dejection.

Nearby Words: dejected, dejectedly, dejecting

Mirth noun - A mood characterized by high spirits and amusement and often accompanied by laughter.

Usage example: as charming as your mutual mirth is, could you refrain from nudging each other and giggling during class?

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Dejection is an antonym for mirth.

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