solitude
noun
sol·i·tude
ˈsä-lə-ˌtüd 
-ˌtyüd
1
: the quality or state of being alone or remote from society : seclusion
2
: a lonely place (such as a desert)
Examples of solitude in a Sentence
She wished to work on her novel in solitude.
He enjoyed the peace and solitude of the woods.
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Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 22 May 2025
Because of the distance and elevation gain on this moderately challenging trek, you’ll be rewarded with solitude and pristine scenery.
—Jennifer Broome, Denver Post, 20 May 2025
But humans are social creatures whose well-being depends on belonging, and too much solitude comes with significant health consequences — for individuals and society.
—Jessica Dulong, CNN Money, 12 May 2025
Erivo additionally portrays secret fifth sister, Felicity, a respected mixed-media artist, who now quietly lives off the grid in artistic solitude.
—Bill Desowitz, IndieWire, 10 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for solitude
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“Solitude.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/solitude. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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solitude
noun
sol·i·tude
ˈsäl-ə-ˌt(y)üd
1
: the quality or state of being alone or far-off from society : seclusion, loneliness
2
: a lonely place (as a desert)
Etymology
Middle English solitude "the state of being alone," from early French solitude (same meaning), from Latin solitudin-, solitudo (same meaning), from solus "alone" — related to desolate, sole entry 4, solo
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