Definition

The state of feeling sad, lonely, or abandoned.

Example

After her friends left, she was filled with a sense of forlornness.

Conversation

Have you ever felt a sense of forlornness when you're alone?

Definitely, it can be overwhelming sometimes.

I think it’s important to talk about that feeling.

Yeah, sharing it can really help lift the weight.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Forlornness is formed from "forlorn" (from Old English *forleosan*, meaning to lose) and the suffix "-ness" (meaning the state or quality of). The word refers to the state of being lost or abandoned, evoking a sense of deep sadness or hopelessness.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'forlorn' which means to be lost or abandoned, and remember that 'forlornness' describes the state of feeling lost or hopeless.

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