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godforsaken

/'gɔdfə,seikn/
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The word "godforsaken" is an adjective used to describe a place that feels very lonely, abandoned, or miserable. It often refers to areas that are remote, desolate, or in very poor condition. When someone describes a place as "godforsaken," they usually mean that it is not only far away from civilization but also unwelcoming or difficult to live in.

Usage Instructions
  • Position in a Sentence: "Godforsaken" is used before a noun. For example, you can say "a godforsaken town" or "a godforsaken wilderness."
  • Tone: The word often carries a negative feeling, so it's best used when you want to express displeasure or discomfort about a place.
Example Sentences
  1. "After driving for hours, we finally reached the godforsaken village, which seemed to be lost in time."
  2. "The hikers found themselves in a godforsaken part of the forest, far away from any trails or signs of life."
Advanced Usage

In more advanced contexts, "godforsaken" can also imply a sense of hopelessness or despair about a situation, not just a physical location. For example: - "The project was in a godforsaken state after so many delays."

Word Variants

There are no direct variants of "godforsaken," but you might come across related words like: - Forsaken: This means abandoned or left behind. - Desolate: This means bleak and empty, similar to "godforsaken."

Different Meanings

While "godforsaken" primarily describes a place, it can also be used figuratively to describe a situation or feeling: - "He felt godforsaken after losing his job and moving to a new city."

Synonyms

Some synonyms for "godforsaken" include: - Desolate - Barren - Abandoned - Lonely - Remote

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs

While there aren't idioms or phrasal verbs that use "godforsaken," you can use phrases that convey a similar sense of hopelessness: - "In the middle of nowhere" can sometimes serve a similar purpose, as in "They ended up in the middle of nowhere."

Adjective
  1. located in a dismal or remote area; desolate
    • a desert island
    • a godforsaken wilderness crossroads
    • a wild stretch of land
    • waste places

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