solitude
word
/ˈsɑɫəˌtud/
/sˈɒlɪtjˌuːd/
Definition
A state or feeling of being alone, especially when it is peaceful or wanted. It is often used to describe enjoying time by yourself.
Usage & Nuances
Formal and poetic, often positive or neutral. Used for chosen, peaceful aloneness, not loneliness (which is negative). Common with 'seek', 'enjoy', 'love', and in phrases like 'in solitude'. Do not confuse with 'isolation' or 'loneliness'.
Spanish: soledadPortuguese (BR): solidãoPortuguese (PT): solidãoChinese (Simplified): 孤独Chinese (Traditional): 孤獨Hindi: एकांतArabic: العزلةBengali: নির্জনতা - একাকীত্ব (ইচ্ছাকৃত)Russian: уединениеJapanese: 孤独（こどく） - 静けさ（しずけさ）Vietnamese: sự cô đơn (tự nguyện) - sự tĩnh lặngKorean: 고독 - 홀로 있음Turkish: yalnızlık (isteyerek) - inzivaUrdu: تنہائی (پسندیدہ)Indonesian: kesendirian (dengan kemauan sendiri) - ketenangan
Example Sentences
He enjoys the solitude of the mountains.
basic
Some people need solitude to think clearly.
basic
The artist painted in complete solitude.
basic
After a busy week, she craves a little solitude to recharge.
natural
There's something peaceful about walking in solitude early in the morning.
natural
He found the solitude of the cabin refreshing, not lonely.
natural