solitary

C2
Pronunciation
/ˈsɒlɪtɹi/
/ˈsɑlɪtɛɹi/
Noun
3 definition(s)
1 Definition

One who lives alone, or in solitude; an anchoret, hermit or recluse.

2 Definition

Solitary confinement.

Example Sentences
  • The prisoners who started the riot were moved to solitary.
3 Definition

The Rodrigues solitaire (Pezophaps solitaria), an extinct flightless bird.

Adjective
7 definition(s)
1 Definition

Living or being by oneself; alone; having no companion present

2 Definition

Performed, passed, or endured alone

Example Sentences
  • a solitary journey
3 Definition

Not much visited or frequented; remote from society

Example Sentences
  • a solitary residence or place
4 Definition

Not inhabited or occupied; without signs of inhabitants or occupation; desolate; deserted

Example Sentences
  • the solitary desert
5 Definition

Gloomy; dismal, because of not being inhabited.

6 Definition

Single; individual; sole.

Example Sentences
  • a solitary example
7 Definition

Not associated with others of the same kind.