Definition

Having no specific location or place; not tied to any particular area or position.

Example

The concept of a placeless existence can be both liberating and disorienting.

Conversation

Have you ever felt like this city is so placeless?

Yeah, sometimes it's hard to tell where you are with all the similar buildings.

Right? It makes everything feel kind of repetitive and dull.

Totally! I miss places that have a unique character.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Placeless → It is formed from "place" (from Old French *place*, meaning a specific location or position) and "-less" (meaning without). The word "placeless" means without a specific place or location.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'without' ('-less') a 'specific location' ('place') — that's what placeless means.

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