solitude Meaning & Definition
/ˈsɒlɪˌtjuːd/
What Does Solitude Mean?
Solitude is used as a noun meaning Aloneness; the state of being alone, solitary, or by oneself. It can also mean A lonely or deserted place.
Solitude: Key Facts
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈsɒlɪˌtjuːd/ |
| Synonyms | loneliness, aloneness and purdah |
| Antonyms | intimacy |
| Plural | solitudes |
Solitude Definition (Noun)
- Aloneness; the state of being alone, solitary, or by oneself.
- A lonely or deserted place.
Noun
- Aloneness; state of being alone or solitary, by oneself.
Synonyms of Solitude
Solitude synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Solitude
Word Forms & Grammar
solitude (countable and uncountable, plural solitudes)
Words That Rhyme With Solitude
Origin of Solitude
From Middle English solitude, from Old French solitude, from Latin sōlitūdō. By surface analysis, sole + -itude.
Questions People Ask About Solitude
What part of speech is solitude?
Solitude is a noun.
What is another word for solitude?
Close synonyms of solitude are loneliness, aloneness and purdah. See the full list of solitude synonyms and antonyms.
What is the opposite of solitude?
The opposite of solitude is intimacy.
What is the plural of solitude?
The plural of solitude is solitudes.