VORA
VORADictionaryC2Forlorn
CEFR C2 — Proficiency

Forlorn

Definition

(literary/formal) Feeling or showing sadness and abandonment; having a sense of isolation or desolation. Often used to describe a place or atmosphere that seems neglected or unloved.

Example Sentences

1The forlorn landscape of the abandoned town was a testament to the devastating effects of economic decline.
2She felt forlorn and alone in the crowded city, unable to connect with anyone around her.
3The forlorn expression on his face was a stark contrast to the vibrant colours of the painting he was working on.
4The old mansion had a forlorn air about it, as if it had been left to decay for decades.
5The poet's use of imagery created a forlorn atmosphere, evoking feelings of melancholy and loss in the reader.

More C2 Words

🎧 Hear "Forlorn" pronounced & master it with spaced repetition — free →
VORA · Dictionary · Pricing
© 2026 VORA — voralingo.com · English vocabulary mastery from A1 to C2