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Definition of Loneliness
1. Noun. The state of being alone in solitary isolation.
2. Noun. Sadness resulting from being forsaken or abandoned.
Exact synonyms: Desolation, Forlornness
Generic synonyms: Sadness, Unhappiness
Derivative terms: Desolate, Lonely
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
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
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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)