Adrift | Mean of adrift in English Dictionary

/əˈdrɪft/

• floating on the water without being tied to anything or controlled by anyone
1. We could see a ship adrift [=drifting] in the storm.
2. The canoe was set/cast adrift from its moorings.
• without guidance, purpose, or support
1. She was alone and adrift in the city.
2. Many workers were cast adrift by massive layoffs.
• behind by a specified amount in a race, competition, etc.
1. He was eight points adrift (of the leader).

• to become loose or unattached
1. One of the straps on her dress came adrift.