Definition

Describing someone or something that does not have a partner.

Example

After the dance, she felt partnerless and a bit lonely.

Conversation

Are you going to the dance tonight?

I might, but I feel so partnerless without anyone to go with.

You could always come with me, I have a friend who is also solo.

That sounds like a great idea! Let's go together and have some fun.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Partnerless → It is formed from "partner" (from Old French *parcener*, meaning to share or divide) and "-less" (meaning without). The word "partnerless" means without a partner or companion.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'without' ('-less') a 'partner' — that’s what partnerless means.

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