May 24, 2026
solitude
/ˈsɒlɪtjuːd/noun
The condition of being on your own, often deliberately.
Example sentences
- “She enjoys the solitude of early mornings before anyone else is awake.”
- “After weeks of travel, he longed for the solitude of his cabin in the woods.”
Usually neutral or pleasant, unlike 'loneliness', which is painful. You can enjoy solitude; nobody enjoys loneliness.