Vocabulary Entry

widow

|noun • verb

noun

A woman whose spouse has died.

Example Sentences

"After her husband passed away, she became a widow."

"The widow wore black to the memorial service."

"She started a support group for young widows in her community."

verb

Example Sentences

"He was widowed at a young age after a tragic accident."

"The war widowed many families, leaving women to raise their children alone."

"She was widowed just last year and is still adjusting to life without her partner."