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bereft

1 of 1adjective
/bɪˈrɛft/
1

(of people) feeling very lonely and sorrowful, particularly as a result of a loss

  • After the passing of her husband, she felt completely bereft.
  • The child was bereft of comfort after the family's pet died.
  • She was bereft of hope after hearing the devastating news.
  • He felt bereft after his best friend moved to another country.
  • Losing her job left her feeling bereft and uncertain about the future.