forlorn
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
Near a bulldozer, the forlorn husk of a car hunkered in the midst of a store’s wreckage.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 22, 2026
Russell slotted over the conversion and his late missed penalty was irrelevant as Scotland celebrated and Wales were left forlorn.
From BBC ● Feb. 21, 2026
Only a certified Grinch would want to see Auggie left as anxious and forlorn at the end of the show as he is at his lowest moments.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Dec. 31, 2025
Nothing but dirt and dry, brown chaparral rolled beneath skis and snowboards dangling from a chairlift at Big Bear Mountain Resort on Friday, as forlorn adventure seekers joked they should rename the place “Big Bare.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 22, 2025
The pity of it was that it was a forlorn battle.
From "Nectar in a Sieve" by Kamala Markandaya
Vocabulary lists containing forlorn
Holes
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
The New SAT: Words to Capture Tone
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
The SAT: Words to Capture Tone, List 7
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
