To leave (anything that depends on one's presence to survive, exist, or succeed), especially when contrary to a promise or obligation; to abandon; to forsake.

“You can't just drive off and desert me here, in the middle of nowhere.”

To leave one's duty or post, especially to leave a military or naval unit without permission.

“Anyone found deserting will be punished.”

(of a place) Abandoned, without people.

Desolate