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Definition of «loneliness»

Loneliness is a feeling of isolation, sadness or solitude due to lack of companionship or interaction with others. It can be caused by various factors such as social isolation, loss of loved ones, physical distance from friends and family, or feelings of being misunderstood or unloved. Loneliness can have negative effects on mental health, including depression, anxiety, and low self-esteem.

Usage examples

  1. Feeling a deep sense of loneliness after moving to a new city where you don't know anyone.
  2. Experiencing loneliness in a crowded room, surrounded by people but feeling disconnected and isolated.
  3. Coping with loneliness during long periods of isolation such as quarantines or when living alone.
  4. Feeling the weight of loneliness after the loss of a loved one or a breakup.
  5. Struggling with the loneliness that comes with being a caregiver, constantly giving but not receiving the same emotional support.
  6. Dealing with the loneliness of being the only one in your friend group or community who shares a particular interest or passion.
  7. Battling loneliness during a phase of life transition, like starting college or retiring from work, when social circles change.
  8. Reflecting on the loneliness that can accompany success, such as feeling unrelatable or disconnected from others due to different experiences or lifestyles.
  9. Overcoming the loneliness of being in a long-distance relationship, separated by physical distance for extended periods.
  10. Grieving the loneliness associated with feeling misunderstood or not fitting in with societal norms or expectations.

Phrases with «loneliness»

Sentences with «loneliness»

  • He explores themes such as surveillance, domestic spaces, bureaucracy, psychology, alienation and the general sense of loneliness in contemporary society. (palazzograssi.it)
  • After all, one must wonder why there's an epidemic of loneliness in society despite the presence of dating apps that promise all the meaningful connections one could possibly want. (lyonselite.com)
  • A Finnish app being used by national social services to help fight loneliness amongst elderly people is seeking funding for a European expansion. (globaldatinginsights.com)
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