Definitions
There are 4 meanings of the word
Desolation.
How to pronounce desolation:
US
Desolation - as a noun
The state of being decayed or destroyed
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
devastation15Hypernyms (Closely Related)
deterioration14impairment16Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
A bleak and desolate atmosphere
Example: "The nakedness of the landscape"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bareness10bleakness15nakedness14Sadness resulting from being forsaken or abandoned
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
forlornness14loneliness10Example Sentences
"After the war, the city was left in desolation with buildings reduced to ruins."
"The empty house gave off an air of desolation, with no signs of life inside."
"Walking through the desert, one can feel a sense of desolation and isolation."
"The abandoned amusement park was a place of desolation, with broken rides and overgrown weeds."
"She felt a deep sense of desolation after her partner broke up with her."
Word Game Points
Is DESOLATION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, desolation is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
DESOLATION has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.
Is DESOLATION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, desolation is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordDESOLATION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.
Is DESOLATION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, desolation is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordDESOLATION has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.
