What does "Lonely" mean?

feeling alone and sad

Synonym: isolated, desolate Opposite: sociable, companionable

"Lonely" in a sentence

Real example sentences from TV shows and movies.

Are you lonely?

— Emily in Paris S1E1

my nose got lonely.

— Friends S6E23

By yourself? Isn't that kind of lonely?

— Gossip Girl S2E7

Now, if you'll excuse me, the holidays are a time when people are lonely and desperate.

— How I Met Your Mother S2E11

Yes, I deal with a lot of lonely women.

— Modern Family S5E3

You're lonely.

— Parks and Recreation S5E13

he feels a bit lonely

— Peppa Pig S1E4

You are lonely.

— Ratatouille

"Lonely" in TV shows & movies

This word appears in 13 titles. Click to explore the full vocabulary list.

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