waif

The word “waif” has 1 syllable: waif

It's pronounced as /weɪf/

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In the thesaurus, “waif” has 40 synonyms.

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Synonyms for waif

noun
1. A castaway; a homeless child.
2. (of a plant outside its native range) A plant that has been introduced but is not persistently naturalized.
3. Goods found of which the owner is not known; originally, such goods as a pursued thief threw away to prevent being apprehended, which belonged to the king unless the owner made pursuit of the felon, took him, and brought him to justice.
4. Hence, anything found, or without an owner; that which comes along, as it were, by chance.

In the old novel, the protagonist discovers a mysterious waif wandering the streets.
The charitable organization dedicated itself to providing shelter and support for every waif in need.
Amidst the bustling city, a lonely waif stood on the street corner, seeking kindness from passersby.
The compassionate couple decided to adopt the orphaned waif and give her a loving home.
The artist portrayed a hauntingly beautiful waif in the painting, capturing the essence of vulnerability and resilience.

On this page you'll find 40 synonyms or another words to waif, such as: beggar, bludger, bohemian, bum, cadger, castaway, clochard.

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