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desolate vs forsake

forsake vs desolate

desolate is an adjective but forsake is not an adjective.

desolate and forsake both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
desolate No Yes Yes No
forsake No No Yes No
As verbs, desolate and forsake are synonyms defined as:
  • desolate and forsake: leave someone who needs or counts on you; leave in the lurch
Other synonyms of desolate include abandon, desert.
desolate (adjective) forsake (adjective)
crushed by grief
providing no shelter or sustenance
desolate (verb) forsake (verb)
reduce in population leave someone who needs or counts on you; leave in the lurch
cause extensive destruction or ruin utterly
leave someone who needs or counts on you; leave in the lurch
Difference between desolate and forsake

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