deserted
Americanadjective
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abandoned; forsaken.
the problems of deserted wives and children.
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untenanted: without inhabitants.
a deserted village; a deserted farmhouse.
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unfrequented; lonely.
The victim was lured to a deserted spot.
Other Word Forms
- undeserted adjective
Etymology
Origin of deserted
Example Sentences
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Dubai’s sprawling gold market is deserted, in part because buyers from abroad no longer come, and in part because of dramatic fluctuations in gold prices.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 27, 2026
Ali spoke of another friend who narrowly escaped death, and another who had deserted.
From BBC • Mar. 25, 2026
As much of downtown L.A. continues to feel dark and deserted, local businesses want the city to steal San Francisco’s secret for firing up foot traffic.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 16, 2026
While the short-term bump has been great, locals are really hoping for a new lease on life for their deserted mall.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 5, 2026
The beach was deserted except for the boys playing on the dunes.
From "Caterpillar Summer" by Gillian McDunn
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