forsaken
Americanverb
adjective
verb
adjective
Other Word Forms
- forsakenly adverb
- forsakenness noun
- self-forsaken adjective
- unforsaken adjective
Etymology
Origin of forsaken
First recorded in 1275–1325, for the adjective
Example Sentences
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Now that they’ve forsaken the last obstacle to selling out entirely, they will likely lose many more.
From Salon • Jul. 11, 2025
He goes on to say they were "looking forward to a day scampering" and made the decision to leave their packs because they spent two days "lugging them up this God forsaken valley".
From BBC • Jan. 8, 2025
An older woman looks at him and straightaway diagnoses his problem: “Have you forsaken your soul?” she asks.
From New York Times • Jan. 18, 2024
Los Angeles 2043: Imagine a metropolis where many people have forsaken cars in favor of e-bikes, robo-taxis and public transit.
From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 23, 2023
All her strength seemed to have forsaken her, as if the next gust of wind might blow her away.
From "Inkheart" by Cornelia Funke
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