Solitude
/ˈsɒl.ɪ.tuːd/
Solitude is the state of being alone when you choose to be, allowing you to think, relax, or enjoy your own thoughts without anyone else around.
Examples
- After a long week of school and activities, I often find peace in solitude, sitting in my favorite spot in the garden where I can read and think without any distractions.
- During the summer, I cherish moments of solitude while hiking in the mountains, where the only sounds are the rustling leaves and the gentle whisper of the wind through the trees.
- My art teacher encouraged us to embrace solitude as a way to find inspiration, suggesting that spending time alone can help us discover our true creative selves.
Synonyms
loneliness
isolation
seclusion
privacy
retreat
withdrawal
Antonyms
company
togetherness
socializing
friendship
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