desolate
Translation
desolate, bleak, deserted
Examples
The town was desolate after the factory closed.
The town was desolate after the factory closed.
He felt desolate after his friend moved away.
He felt desolate after his friend moved away.
Grammar Patterns
a desolate (place/person) empty, barren, or lonely The town was desolate after the factory closed.
Similar Words
Synonyms: barren, bleak, deserted; Antonyms: populous, cheerful
Etymology
From Latin 'desolatus', meaning 'abandoned'. It comes from 'de-' (completely) + 'solus' (alone).
Memory Tips
Think of 'de-solo' - completely alone. A desolate place is a 'solo' place, with no one around.