Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
derelict
Adjective and Noun
/ˈdɛr.ə.lɪkt/
Definition
A person who is abandoned or neglected, often referring to someone who is homeless or has fallen into disrepair.
Examples
- The derelict building was covered in vines and debris.
- He felt like a derelict after losing his job and home.
Meaning
Derelict can also describe something, like a building or ship, that has been deserted and is in a state of ruin.
Synonyms
- Abandoned
- Neglected
- Deserted
- Forsaken
