Definition

The state or quality of being unable to find one's way or being misplaced.

Example

After wandering for hours, I finally accepted my lostness in the unfamiliar city.

Conversation

Have you ever felt a sense of lostness in your life?

Totally, it can be overwhelming sometimes.

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

Definitely! Sharing helps us find our way back.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Lostness → It is formed from "lost" (from Old English *forloren*, meaning to be deprived of or unable to find) and "-ness" (meaning the state or quality of). The word "lostness" refers to the state of being lost or the quality of being unable to find one's way.

Memory Tip

Think of the state of being 'deprived of' something ('lost') and how '-ness' indicates a quality. This helps you remember that 'lostness' means the quality of being lost.

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