What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
friendlessness
Example
She felt a sense of friendlessness after moving to a new city. [friendlessness: noun]
Example
He struggled with friendlessness throughout his childhood. [friendlessness: noun]
loneliness
Example
She experienced a deep sense of loneliness after her partner passed away. [loneliness: noun]
Example
He often felt lonely despite being surrounded by friends and family. [lonely: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Loneliness is a more common word than friendlessness in everyday language. It is a universal human experience that everyone has felt at some point in their lives. Friendlessness is a less common word and is often used in specific contexts, such as discussing social isolation or difficulties making friends.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between friendlessness and loneliness?
Both friendlessness and loneliness are neutral terms that can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
