Adrift Word Meaning

Etymology:

late 16th century: from a-‘on, in’ + drift

Audio Pronunciation:

Definition:

so as to float without being either moored or steered

Short Definition:

floating freely

Examples:

• a cargo ship went adrift

Audio Pronunciation:

Definition:

floating without being either moored or steered

Short Definition:

floating freely

Examples:

• the seamen are adrift in lifeboats

Definition:

failing to reach a target or winning position

Short Definition:

falling short

Examples:

• they were only a point adrift at the break
• the team are three points adrift of the leaders