What does lonesome mean?
Lonesome means Unhappy due to being alone; lonely..
Lonesome
/ˈləʊnsəm/ · adjective
Meaning
Unhappy due to being alone; lonely..
Definitions by Sense
- Unhappy due to being alone; lonely.
- (informal) Oneself alone.
Example Sentences
'Where'er the sun shakes out his spears, and the lonesome waters mirror up the moon, where'er storms roll [...] there shall thy power pass and thy dominion find a home.'
I sat and watched the cars pass all by my lonesome.
Synonyms for lonesome
Antonyms for lonesome
Related Words
Word Forms
- more lonesome
- most lonesome
- lanesome
- lonesomes
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for lonesome?
Common synonyms include dejected, solitary, only, lonely.
What is the opposite of lonesome?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use lonesome in a sentence?
'Where'er the sun shakes out his spears, and the lonesome waters mirror up the moon, where'er storms roll [...] there shall thy power pass and thy dominion find a home.'
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