adj ·Uncommon ·Advanced level

Definitions

Adjective

1. 1
   Abandoned by a deity or God. not-comparable, usually
2. 2
   Alternative form of godforsaken used in reference to God specifically. alt-of, alternative
3. 3
   Desolate, boring and depressing. figuratively, not-comparable, usually

   "I wanted nothing more than to get out of that godforsaken place without delay."

Adjective

1. 1
   located in a dismal or remote area; desolate wordnet

Synonyms

All synonyms

abandonedantipodeanavailableback of beyondbloodydamn

Example

More examples

"Most of the peasants living in this godforsaken village are illiterate."

Etymology

Etymology 1

From god + forsaken.

Etymology 2

From God + forsaken.

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