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downcast

/daʊnˈkæst/ verb · British & US
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What does downcast mean?

verb

To look downwards, often with a sad or dejected expression. To lower one's expectations or standards.

Example

"She walked downcast, her eyes fixed on the ground, after receiving the disappointing news."

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