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Synonyms for Adrift (same or very similar meaning)

WordNet sense 1 (aimlessly drifting):
aimless, rudderless, directionless, planless, undirected

WordNet sense 2 (not evidencing any purpose or goal):
purposeless

WordNet sense 3 (borne on the water; floating):
afloat


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