Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

loner

noun
/ˈloʊ.nər/
Definition
A person who prefers to be alone rather than with others.
Examples
  • Despite being a loner, he found joy in his creative hobbies.
  • She often felt misunderstood because she was a loner by nature.
  • Being a loner doesn’t mean one is lonely; some people thrive in their own company.
Meaning
Someone who enjoys solitude and often avoids social interaction.
Synonyms
  • recluse
  • hermit
  • isolated person
  • outsider
  • solitary