solitary life
/ˈsɒlɪtɛri ˈlaɪf/noun phrase★Intermediate💡 a life lived alone
general
a lifestyle characterized by living alone and having minimal social interaction
She chose a solitary life in the mountains to focus on her writing.
She moved to the mountains to live alone and concentrate on her writing.
A solitary life can be peaceful but also lonely at times.
Living alone can be calm but sometimes feels isolating.
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This phrase emphasizes the absence of regular social connections.
Collocations
lead a solitary lifeto live aloneembrace a solitary lifeto choose to live alone
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💡Pro Tip
Usage Context
Use 'solitary life' to describe a lifestyle, not temporary loneliness.
📖Word Origin
From 'solitary' (Latin 'solus' meaning 'alone') and 'life' (Old English 'līf').
📝Usage Notes
Often used to describe a deliberate choice or a situation of forced isolation.
Word Breakdown
solitary
alone
adjectivelife
existence or lifestyle
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