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forlorn Definition and Meaning in English (forlorn definition)

adjective
Synonyms:sadlonelydesolate
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Forlorn definition: Appearing sad and lonely because deserted or abandoned.

Definitions of Forlorn

  1. 1adjective

    Appearing sad and lonely because deserted or abandoned.

  2. 2adjective

    Unlikely to succeed or be fulfilled; hopeless.

Example Sentences

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“The forlorn puppy sat by the roadside, waiting for its owner.”

casual

“She felt forlorn after her best friend moved away.”

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Inflected Word Forms

nounforlornness
adverbforlornly

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Forlorn definition: Appearing sad and lonely because deserted or abandoned.
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'Forlorn' translates to 'forlorn' in English. Forlorn definition: Appearing sad and lonely because deserted or abandoned.
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