forlorn
for
fɜr
fēr
lorn
ˈlɔrn
lawrn
British pronunciation
/fˈɔːlɔːn/

Definition & Meaning of "forlorn"in English

forlorn
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The abandoned puppy looked forlorn, waiting by the roadside for its owner to return.
02

not likely to happen or succeed

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His forlorn attempt to fix the old car ended in failure.
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(of a place) abandoned, neglected, or empty, evoking sadness

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The forlorn town square was silent and empty.
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