Abandoned

/əˈbændənd/

Meaning & Definition

verb

To leave someone or something behind, especially in a difficult situation.

He abandoned his family to pursue his dreams overseas.

To give up completely on something.

After many failed attempts, they finally abandoned their plans for the project.

adjective

Having been deserted or left behind.

The abandoned house at the end of the street is rumored to be haunted.

Left without care, support, or supervision.

The abandoned puppy was found wandering alone in the park.

No longer wanted or cared for.

She found an abandoned car in the lot, covered in dust and weeds.

From Old French 'abandonner', from 'a-' (to) and 'bandon' (power, control).

abandoned child

A child left without proper guardianship or care.

abandoned property

Real estate or belongings left unclaimed.

abandoned hopes

Dreams or ambitions that have been given up.

abandoned ship

A warning used in emergencies, meaning to evacuate.

abandon

To leave someone or something behind.

abandonment

The act of leaving or forsaking.

desolate

Describing a place that is empty and in ruin.

forsake

To give up or renounce something.

Ghosting someone

He totally abandoned her, just like ghosting in a relationship.

Left in the dust

After the argument, she felt completely abandoned, left in the dust by her friends.