Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
desolate-place
noun
/ˈdɛsəˌleɪt pleɪs/
Definition
A barren or empty area, often lacking in life or inhabitants.
Examples
- The old, abandoned factory stood as a desolate place, overtaken by weeds and decay.
- After the storm, the once vibrant beach turned into a desolate place, with debris scattered everywhere.
- He wandered through the desolate place, feeling the weight of solitude pressing around him.
Meaning
A desolate place is characterized by its isolation, emptiness, and often a sense of abandonment, evoking feelings of loneliness and despondency.
Synonyms
- abandoned area
- deserted locale
- bleak environment
- forsaken spot
- empty terrain
