'abjective' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'abjectus,' where 'ab-' meant 'away' and 'jacere' meant 'to throw.'

'abjectus' transformed into the English word 'abject,' and eventually became the modern English word 'abjective.'

Initially, it meant 'thrown away or cast off,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'despicable or low.'