Understanding the Use of 'Abject'

The video tutorial explains the adjective 'abject', highlighting its use in various contexts. It describes 'abject' as complete or total, often with negative connotations, such as poverty or failure. The term is also used to describe behavior lacking dignity, like groveling or cowardice. Additionally, 'abject' can refer to extreme emotional states or submissive behavior. The video discusses the formality of the term and its Latin origins, emphasizing its meaning as 'thrown away' or 'rejected'.

What is the primary meaning of the term 'abject'?

• Complete and total, usually in a negative sense

• Partial and incomplete

• Positive and uplifting

• Neutral and indifferent

Which of the following is an example of 'abject' used to describe a condition?

• Abject poverty

• Abject happiness

• Abject success

• Abject joy

How does 'abject' describe behavior?

• With partial pride

• With complete lack of pride and dignity

• With pride and dignity

• With neutral behavior

Which of the following behaviors can be described as 'abject'?

• Abject groveling

• Abject confidence

• Abject joy

• Abject success

What is a rare usage of 'abject' as a noun?

• A confident person

• An outcast

• A joyful person

• A successful person

What is the formality level of the term 'abject'?

• Very informal

• Very formal

• Moderately informal

• Moderately formal

What is the origin of the term 'abject'?

• French

• German

• Latin

• Greek

Which Latin words contribute to the origin of 'abject'?

• Ad and yetheal

• Ad and jectus

• Ab and yetheal

• Ab and jectus

What does 'abject' mean in terms of submission?

• Moderately submissive

• Neutral

• Extremely submissive

• Extremely proud

Which of the following is NOT a context in which 'abject' can be used?

• Abject groveling

• Abject failure

• Abject joy

• Abject poverty