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Jilted: meaning, definitions and examples

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jilted

 

[ ˈdʒɪltɪd ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

romantic relationship

Jilted refers to a person who has been suddenly rejected or abandoned in a romantic relationship. This often involves an unexpected breakup or dismissal by a partner. The feelings associated with being jilted can include anger, betrayal, and sadness. It is a state where an individual feels unwanted and heartbroken, typically following a significant emotional investment. The term is frequently used in literature and music to describe heartbreak and unrequited love.

Synonyms

abandoned, betrayed, dumped, rejected

Examples of usage

  • She felt jilted after her fiancé called off the wedding.
  • He was jilted just days before Valentine's Day, leaving him heartbroken.
  • The jilted lover wrote a poignant song about the experience.
  • Many novels explore the theme of a jilted partner seeking closure.

Translations

Translations of the word "jilted" in other languages:

🇵🇹 abandonado

🇮🇳 छोड़ दिया गया

🇩🇪 abgelehnt

🇮🇩 ditinggalkan

🇺🇦 покинутий

🇵🇱 porzucony

🇯🇵 見捨てられた

🇫🇷 abandonné

🇪🇸 abandonado

🇹🇷 terk edilmiş

🇰🇷 버림받은

🇸🇦 مُهمل

🇨🇿 opuštěný

🇸🇰 opustený

🇨🇳 被抛弃的

🇸🇮 zapuščen

🇮🇸 yfirgefið

🇰🇿 тасталған

🇬🇪 მიტოვებული

🇦🇿 tərk edilmiş

🇲🇽 abandonado

Word origin

The word 'jilted' originates from the verb 'jilt,' which dates back to the early 17th century. The term is believed to have derived from the word 'jilt,' meaning to deceive or to deny a lover, possibly stemming from a now-obsolete term meaning to flirt or coquette. It has strong connotations of betrayal, reflecting the emotional pain of being suddenly left by one’s partner. Over time, 'jilted' has become ingrained in everyday language, often evoking feelings associated with heartbreak and abandonment. This evolution speaks to the complexities of human relationships and the common experience of romantic disappointment.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #31,453 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.