What does the cryptic crossword clue "Dismal and ultimately dejected state (4)" mean?

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Dismal and ultimately dejected state (4)

Times Cryptic #28937 | 17 Across | 2024-06-07

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{dejecte}D + ARK. Arkansas, I guess?

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