Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
loneliness
noun
/ˈloʊnlinəs/
Definition
The state of being alone or isolated, often accompanied by feelings of sadness or distress due to lack of companionship.
Examples
- After moving to a new city, she struggled with feelings of loneliness.
- Many people experience loneliness during the holiday season.
- Loneliness can affect both mental and physical health.
Meaning
Loneliness refers to the emotional experience of feeling alone or disconnected from others, even in a crowd.
Synonyms
- solitude
- isolation
- seclusion
- desolation
- emptiness
