Word Adjective
loveless
adj.
B2 Upper Intermediate US /ˈɫəvɫəs/ UK /lˈʌvləs/ love·less
Definition
adj.describing a relationship or a place where there is no love or affection. It often feels cold or empty.
adj.lacking love, affection, or emotional warmth. Often describes interpersonal relationships or environments that feel sterile or devoid of human connection.
Examples
“They lived in a loveless marriage for many years.”
“The abandoned house had a loveless atmosphere, with every room looking exactly the same and no personal touches.”
“The novel explores the psychological toll of a loveless existence, where the protagonist's daily routines are defined by a lack of emotional investment in his surroundings.”
Etymology
From Middle English loveles; equivalent to love + -less.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
This entry
Origin Middle English loveles
Level B2 · Upper Intermediate
Frequency Occasional
Updated