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eremite

/ˈɛr.ə.maɪt/

eremitenoun

eremites

/ˈɛr.ə.maɪt/

Translations

The eremite lived in solitude in the mountains.

Отшельник жил в одиночестве в горах.

Additional translations

Definitions

A person who lives in seclusion from society, often for religious reasons; a hermit.

The eremite spent decades in the mountains, dedicating his life to prayer and meditation.

Synonyms

eremiteadjective

more eremite

Comp.

most eremite

Super.

/ˈɛr.ɪ.maɪt/

/ˈɛr.əˌmaɪt/

Rare/archaic adjectival use meaning ‘reclusive’ or ‘hermit-like’.

Definitions

Having the nature or character of a hermit; solitary and reclusive.

The monks adopted an eremite life deep within the forest.

Synonyms