solitary
Pronunciation:
/ˈsɒlɪtɹi//ˈsɑlɪtɛɹi/noun
Definitions
One who lives alone, or in solitude; an anchoret, hermit or recluse.
Solitary confinement.
Example: The prisoners who started the riot were moved to solitary.
adjective
Definitions
Living or being by oneself; alone; having no companion present
Performed, passed, or endured alone
Example: a solitary journey
Not much visited or frequented; remote from society
Example: a solitary residence or place
Not inhabited or occupied; without signs of inhabitants or occupation; desolate; deserted
Example: the solitary desert