Definition of lonely

Scrabble & Words with friends points


  • lonely is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 9
  • lonely is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 9
  • lonely is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 11

Definition of lonely


  • lacking companions or companionship (adjective)

    Examples

    1. a lonely fisherman stood on a tuft of gravel
    2. a lonely soul

    Synonyms

    1. alone
    2. lone
    3. solitary
  • characterized by or preferring solitude (adjective)

    Examples

    1. a lonely existence

    Synonyms

    1. lone
    2. solitary
  • devoid of creatures (adjective)

    Examples

    1. a lonely crossroads

    Synonyms

    1. solitary
    2. unfrequented
  • marked by dejection from being alone (adjective)

    Examples

    1. felt sad and lonely

    Synonyms

    1. lonesome

See definition of lonely in Merriam Webster