SolitudeBeing by yourself, often calmly and without other people. means being alone, especially by choice or in a quiet, peaceful way. It can also refer to a lonely or isolatedFar from others and not connected to nearby people or places. place, though that sense is less commonUsed often; not unusual or rare..
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Pronunciation
AI-generated pronunciation audio (OpenAI).
Accent: General American English
IPA: /ˈsɑlɪˌtud/
Easy pronunciation: SAH-li-tood (approximate spelling).
Stress: Stress the first syllable: SAH.
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Solitude Meaning
being alone, often in a calm or peaceful way
Part of speech: noun
Definition: the state or situation of being alone
Example: She enjoyed the solitude of early mornings before anyone else was awake.
Synonyms for this meaning:
- aloneness — A close substitute for the state of being alone.
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Other Meanings of Solitude
Meaning 2
a place where few people go and you can be alone
Part of speech: noun
Definition: a solitary place
Example: The cabin offered true solitude in the mountains.
Meaning 3
being separated from other people, often in an unwanted or restrictive way
Part of speech: noun
Definition: a state of social isolation
Example: After months of solitude, he found it hard to readjust to social life.
Synonyms for this meaning:
- purdah — A specialized term for social seclusion, not a general synonym in everyday use.
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Solitude Synonyms
Similar Meaning
- aloneness
a state of social isolation
- purdah
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Common Mistakes
- Solitude does not usually mean loneliness. Someone can be in solitude and still feel content.
- Do not use solitude for a person; it describes a state or a place, not an individual.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does solitude mean?
Solitude means being alone, usually in a quiet or peaceful way.
Is solitude the same as loneliness?
Not exactly. Solitude is simply being alone, while loneliness usually means feeling sad or disconnected.
What is a synonym for solitude?
A strong synonym for the main sense is aloneness.
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