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Synonyms of lonely

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Another word for lonely is lonesome. Other synonyms of lonely are solitary and desert.

Synonyms and similar words for lonely

adjectiveUnfrequented by people; desolate.

adjectiveWithout companions; solitary.

adjectiveDejected.

  • lonesomeUnhappy due to being alone; lonely.

Meaning of lonely

  1. adjective Unhappy due to feeling isolated from contact with other people.
  2. adjective Unfrequented by people; desolate.
  3. adjective Without companions; solitary.

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Questions about synonyms of lonely

What is another word for lonely?
Lonely has 9 synonyms on Word.ws, such as lonesome, solitary and desert.
What does lonely mean?
Lonely means unhappy due to feeling isolated from contact with other people.

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