desolate
Pronunciation
Adjective
B1 Intermediate
Quick answer
Empty, bleak, and lacking any sign of life or comfort.
Synonyms and antonyms
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "The abandoned mining town looked _____, its streets covered in dust and silence."
Answer: desolate
In your own words, what does "desolate" mean?
Empty, bleak, and lacking any sign of life or comfort.
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