Forlornest: meaning, definitions and examples
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forlornest
[ fɔːrˈlɔːrnɪst ]
emotional state
Forlornest is the superlative form of forlorn, which describes a state of deep sadness or hopelessness. It conveys a sense of abandonment and despair, often associated with a feeling of being alone in one's grief. When someone is described as forlornest, they are considered to be in the most sorrowful or desolate condition compared to others. This term can be used in literature or poetry to evoke strong emotions and highlight a character's plight.
Synonyms
abandoned, desolate, dreary, woeful.
Examples of usage
- The forlornest figure in the crowd, she stood alone.
- After the storm passed, the forlornest house remained untouched.
- He felt the forlornest sense of loss when she left.
- The forlornest look in his eyes spoke volumes.
Translations
Translations of the word "forlornest" in other languages:
🇵🇹 mais desolado
🇮🇳 सबसे उदास
🇩🇪 verlassenster
🇮🇩 paling putus asa
🇺🇦 найпокинутіший
🇵🇱 najbardziej opuszczony
🇯🇵 最も見捨てられた
🇫🇷 le plus désolé
🇪🇸 el más desolado
🇹🇷 en çaresiz
🇰🇷 가장 버려진
🇸🇦 الأكثر بؤسًا
🇨🇿 nejopuštěnější
🇸🇰 najopustenejší
🇨🇳 最被遗弃的
🇸🇮 najbolj zapuščen
🇮🇸 fyndur
🇰🇿 ең тасталған
🇬🇪 ყველაზე დაუცველი
🇦🇿 ən tərk edilmiş
🇲🇽 el más desolado
Etymology
The word 'forlorn' comes from the Middle English term 'forloren,' which means 'lost' or 'abandoned.' Its roots can be traced back to the Old English 'forleosan,' which combines 'for-' (completely) and 'leosan' (to lose). Over time, the word evolved to describe feelings of abandonment and sadness, especially in relation to being forsaken or left without support. The superlative form, 'forlornest,' amplifies this sense of deep sorrow or isolation, making it particularly poignant in literary contexts. This word has been used throughout history in various literary works to express profound emotional states and has remained relevant in modern usage.