Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
widowed
Adjective
/ˈwɪd.oʊd/
Definition
Experiencing the state of having lost a spouse through death.
Examples
- After her husband passed away, she found herself feeling widowed and alone.
- He was widowed at a young age, which changed his outlook on life.
- Support groups for the widowed can help individuals cope with their loss.
Meaning
The term describes someone who has lost their husband or wife and is now single due to that loss.
Synonyms
- bereaved
- single
- mournful
- grieving
