loveless
Americanadjective
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without any love.
a loveless marriage.
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feeling no love.
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receiving no love; unloved.
adjective
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without love
a loveless marriage
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receiving or giving no love
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Etymology
Origin of loveless
First recorded in 1275–1325, loveless is from the Middle English word loveles. See love, -less
Example Sentences
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"This album is just about love and loving each other in a world that feels loveless," said the star holding back tears of joy.
From BBC • Feb. 28, 2026
What used to be an alliance of kindred souls is viewed by both sides today as a marriage of convenience, loveless and lacking basic trust.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 15, 2026
The stakes could not be higher, not least for Maresca, who has had a somewhat loveless relationship with Chelsea fans never fully convinced by the studied passing style which is his trademark.
From BBC • May 11, 2025
Celebrities have remained in loveless, business-driven marriages since the concept of royalty was invented.
From Salon • Oct. 15, 2023
It was this: In the novel, the incomers were completely loveless.
From "100 Sideways Miles" by Andrew Smith
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