Definition

Feeling more sad and isolated than usual due to a lack of companionship or social interaction.

Example

After moving to a new city, she felt lonelier than ever before.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

Lately, I've been feeling a bit lonelier than usual.

I'm sorry to hear that. Do you want to talk about it?

Yeah, I think being away from friends makes it worse.

I get that; being apart can definitely make things feel more lonelier.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Lonelier → It is formed from "lone" (from Old English *anleof*, meaning alone or solitary) and the comparative suffix "-ier" (meaning more). The word "lonelier" means more alone or more solitary than before.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'alone' ('lone') and then adding 'more' ('-ier') to remember that 'lonelier' means feeling more alone.

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