Homeless
8 lettersadjectivecommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
Without a home or permanent place to live, or relating to people who lack shelter. Describes the condition of having no fixed residence.
“The charity works to provide support and shelter for homeless people in the community.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/ˈhoʊmlɪs/
Syllables
home·less
Related Words
Synonyms
unhousedvagrantdestitutedisplaced
Word Game Tips
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Wordle
Contains LESS suffix with HOME root - double E and S
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Scrabble
Worth 13 points; LESS suffix creates adjectives from nouns
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