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Marooned

Verb / mɜ:ˈu:nd / Another word for marooned — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The definition of 'marooned' is to be stranded or left alone in a place, usually an island, with no way of escape.

Synonyms & similar words

stranded isolated maroon strand stranded abandoned isolated deserted trapped castaway shipwrecked left forgotten desolate deserted deserted lonely solitary alone stuck helpless immobile powerless

Example sentences

  1. The pirate was marooned on a deserted island as punishment.
  2. The explorers found themselves marooned in the dense jungle.
  3. The stranded castaways felt marooned on the tiny island.
  4. The shipwrecked sailors were marooned for weeks before being rescued.
  5. The lone survivor was marooned on a remote island.

Quotes

  • Being marooned on a deserted island is a common theme in adventure stories.
  • The feeling of being marooned can be both frightening and lonely.
  • The castaway's only hope was to be rescued from the marooned island.

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