Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
widowed
Adjective
/ˈwɪd.oʊd/
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Definition
Experiencing the state of having lost a spouse through death.
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Examples
- After her husband passed away, she found herself feeling widowed and alone.
- He was widowed at a young age, which changed his outlook on life.
- Support groups for the widowed can help individuals cope with their loss.
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Meaning
The term describes someone who has lost their husband or wife and is now single due to that loss.
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Synonyms
- bereaved
- single
- mournful
- grieving