Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

hermit

noun
ˈhɜːrmɪt
Definition
A person who lives in seclusion, often for religious reasons.
Examples
  • The hermit lived alone in a cave, away from the noise of the world.
  • He chose to become a hermit to find peace and clarity in his life.
Meaning
A hermit traditionally seeks solitude, distancing themselves from society to focus on spiritual life or personal reflection.
Synonyms
  • recluse
  • loner
  • anchorite
  • solitary