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How do you spell Desolate?

Correct spelling

desolate

Remember SOLUS (alone) - deSOLate places are completely alone and empty.

Why is desolate spelled this way?

From Latin desolare, to leave alone. DE (completely) + SOLUS (alone). A desolate place is completely alone — emptied of company, comfort, and life.

Common misspellings of desolate

desolantdesolitedessolatedesolute

Example

The abandoned farmhouse stood desolate against the winter sky.

Frequently asked questions

How do you spell desolate?+
The correct spelling is "desolate". Remember SOLUS (alone) - deSOLate places are completely alone and empty.
Is it desolant or desolate?+
The correct spelling is "desolate", not "desolant".

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