Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
left-behind
Adjective
/lɛft bɪˈhaɪnd/
Definition
Someone or something that has been overlooked, abandoned, or neglected.
Examples
- Many families are left-behind when members migrate for better opportunities.
- The left-behind toys in the corner of the room gathered dust.
- He felt left-behind when his friends moved on to new experiences.
Meaning
The term ‘left-behind’ refers to individuals or items that have not been taken or considered, often implying a sense of loss or exclusion.
Synonyms
- abandoned
- overlooked
- neglected
- forsaken
