lone
li
ness
Plural
lonelinesses
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a sense of sadness or melancholy arising from being alone or lacking companionship
- After moving to a new city, Sarah experienced deep loneliness as she struggled to make friends.
- Despite being surrounded by people, a profound sense of loneliness settled in John's heart, making social events difficult for him.
- The elderly woman battled with a persistent feeling of loneliness after her longtime companion passed away.
- Mark's prolonged isolation during the lockdown led to a growing sense of loneliness and despondency.
- Even in a bustling crowd, Tom couldn't shake off the overwhelming loneliness that accompanied him everywhere.
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the state of not having any companions or company
- The loneliness of the remote village was evident, with no neighbors for miles around.
- His loneliness was apparent as he wandered through the empty halls of the house.
- The loneliness of the mountain cabin was both peaceful and unsettling at times.
- After the community center closed, the town experienced a deep sense of loneliness, with fewer people gathering in public spaces.
- The loneliness of the deserted island was overwhelming, with no signs of human life for miles.
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a disposition toward being alone
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