Adverb
in a dejected manner
Source: WordNetwhen she came back Sophie and Esther were sitting dejectedly in the kitchen Source: Internet
“See ya around,” the boy says, dejectedly, and turns to walk back up the tunnel. Source: Internet
We wander dejectedly along the canal, stared at by Milanese, who are doubtless wondering why these tourists insist on being out in the afternoon sun. Source: Internet