Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

atimy

noun
ˈa.tɪ.mɪ
Definition
A lack of support or help, particularly in a social context.
Examples
  • After his friends moved away, he felt a sense of atimy that was hard to shake off.
  • The sudden atimy following her promotion made her rethink her choices.
Meaning
The term ‘atimy’ refers to a state or situation where an individual is abandoned or deprived of assistance, often metaphorically used to describe emotional or social isolation.
Synonyms
  • abandonment
  • isolation
  • desertion
  • neglect