Meaning of the word hermit in English

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hermit

US /ˈhɝː.mɪt/

UK /ˈhɜː.mɪt/

a person living in solitude as a religious discipline

Example:

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The old man lived as a hermit in the mountains, seeking spiritual enlightenment.

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She decided to become a hermit after years of public life.

Synonym:

recluse anchorite solitary loner

a person who lives in seclusion from society

Example:

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He became a social hermit after the tragic accident.

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Despite living like a hermit, she still kept up with current events.

Synonym:

recluse solitary loner introvert

Related Word:

hermit crab