Word meaning
solitude
noun · SOL-ih-tood
What does solitude mean?
Solitude means the state of being alone, especially when this is peaceful.
Solitude in a sentence
“He enjoys the solitude of early morning runs.”
Synonyms for solitude
- seclusion
- privacy
- aloneness
Where does solitude come from?
From Latin solus, "alone."
How to remember solitude
- Say it out loud a few times: SOL-ih-tood.
- Write one sentence of your own using solitude, about something that happened to you today.
- Quiz yourself tomorrow, in three days, and next week. Spaced reviews are what make new words stick.
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