Bereft
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British pronunciation/bɪɹˈɛft/
American pronunciation/bɝˈɛft/

Definition & Meaning of "bereft"

bereft
01

(of people) feeling very lonely and sorrowful, particularly as a result of a loss

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After the passing of her husband, she felt completely bereft.
The child was bereft of comfort after the family's pet died.
She was bereft of hope after hearing the devastating news.
02

unhappy in love; suffering from unrequited love

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