Definition of Loneliness

1. Noun. The state of being alone in solitary isolation.

Exact synonyms: Solitariness
Generic synonyms: Isolation
Derivative terms: Lonely, Solitary, Solitary

2. Noun. Sadness resulting from being forsaken or abandoned.
Exact synonyms: Desolation, Forlornness
Generic synonyms: Sadness, Unhappiness
Derivative terms: Desolate, Lonely

3. Noun. A disposition toward being alone.
Exact synonyms: Aloneness, Lonesomeness, Solitariness
Specialized synonyms: Friendlessness, Reclusiveness
Generic synonyms: Disposition, Temperament
Derivative terms: Alone, Alone, Lonely, Lonesome, Solitary

Definition of Loneliness

1. n. The condition of being lonely; solitude; seclusion.

Definition of Loneliness

1. Noun. A feeling of depression resulting from being alone. ¹

2. Noun. The condition of being lonely; solitude; seclusion. ¹

3. Noun. The state of being unfrequented. ¹

4. Noun. (obsolete) Love of retirement; disposition to solitude. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Definition of Loneliness

1. [n -ES]

Medical Definition of Loneliness

1. The state of feeling sad or dejected as a result of lack of companionship or being separated from others. (12 Dec 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Loneliness

loncos
london
london dispersion forces
londonite
lone
lone(a)
lone gunman
lone hand
lone it
lone pair
lone wolf
lonecreekite
lonelier
loneliest
lonelily
loneliness (current term)
lonelinesses
lonely
lonely(a)
lonelyheart
lonelyhearts
loneness
lonenesses
loner
loners
lonesome
lonesome(a)
lonesomely

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