abattement

Definitions of abattement
  1. noun
    a state of melancholy depression
    synonyms: découragement
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    type of:
    bosse, dépression, enfoncement
    a mental state characterized by a pessimistic sense of inadequacy and a despondent lack of activity
  2. noun
    a feeling of low spirits
    synonyms: découragement
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    type of:
    tristesse
    emotions experienced when not in a state of well-being
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