Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
fatherless
Adjective
/ˈfɑːðərləs/
Definition
Having no father.
Examples
- The fatherless child found comfort in the community.
- Many stories explore the struggles of fatherless families.
- She became a strong advocate for fatherless youth.
Meaning
The term is used to describe someone, often a child, who does not have a father figure in their life, either due to loss or absence.
Synonyms
- orphaned
- unfathered
- parentless
