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The lonely puppy seemed unloved until the family adopted it.
What does Unloved mean?
Unloved means feeling that no one cares for you or values you with love.
Dictionary definition
Feeling that no one cares for you or values you with love.
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What does unloved mean?
Unloved means feeling that no one cares for you or values you with love.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to unloved?
Uncared-for is close in meaning to unloved in this context.
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WordUnloved.
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MeaningUnloved means feeling that no one cares for you or values you with love.
ExampleExample: The lonely puppy seemed unloved until the family adopted it.
Word breakdown
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- Syllables
- un · luvd
- Strongest beat
- luvd
- Ending
- luvd
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on luvd.
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Synonyms
Words like Unloved
uncared-forUse when someone feels they are not loved or cared for.
Antonyms
Opposite words
lovedUse when someone feels cared for and valued.
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Hint for students
Look for clues that show loneliness, lack of care, or needing love.
Common mix-up
Unloved describes a painful feeling; it does not mean someone is truly without value.
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