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1. lonely

adjective. ['ˈloʊnli'] marked by dejection from being alone.

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Etymology

  • -ly (English)
  • -lice (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
  • lone (English)

Rhymes with Lonely

  • conely
  • only

How do you pronounce lonely?

Pronounce lonely as ˈloʊnli.

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How do you spell lonely? Is it lonley ?

A common misspelling of lonely is lonley

Sentences with lonely


1. Adverb
While he may not destroy the house, he does get lonely.

2. lonely

adjective. ['ˈloʊnli'] lacking companions or companionship.

Etymology

  • -ly (English)
  • -lice (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
  • lone (English)

3. lonely

adjective. ['ˈloʊnli'] devoid of creatures.

Etymology

  • -ly (English)
  • -lice (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
  • lone (English)

4. lonely

adjective. ['ˈloʊnli'] characterized by or preferring solitude.

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Etymology

  • -ly (English)
  • -lice (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
  • lone (English)