stateless

/ˈsteɪt.lɪs/

Definitions

1. adjective

Lacking a nationality or citizenship, especially because one’s nationality has been revoked or is unknown.

“The stateless refugee was forced to live in a temporary shelter.”

2. noun

A person or entity that does not have a nationality or citizenship.

“Many stateless people face significant challenges in accessing healthcare and education.”

3. adverb

In a way that lacks a nationality or citizenship.

“She had been living stateless in the city for several years.”

Synonyms

  • stateless person
  • undocumented immigrant

Antonyms

  • citizen
  • national