What does solitary mean?

Alone, or preferring to live or spend time alone. Being the only person or thing present.

How is solitary pronounced?

UK /ˈsɒlətri/, US /ˈsɑːləteri/.

solitary

/ˈsɒlətri/ · /ˈsɑːləteri/

CEFR level C1Topic Daily lifeWord #5693 in the learning path

独处的；独居的

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Definitions

adj. Alone, or preferring to live or spend time alone.

独处的；独居的

adj. Being the only person or thing present.

单个的；唯一的

Example

A solitary walker followed the quiet path through the woods.

一位独行者沿着林间幽静的小路前行。

While solitary study allows deep concentration, collaborative learning helps students develop communication skills and consider alternative perspectives.

独自学习有助于专注，而合作学习能帮助学生培养沟通能力并考虑不同观点。

Collocations

a solitary life
a solitary figure
solitary activities
a solitary tree

Word family

solitude (n.)

Synonyms

alone
lone

Antonyms

sociable

Usage tip

solitary强调独自，不一定像lonely那样感到寂寞。

FAQ

What does solitary mean?: Alone, or preferring to live or spend time alone. Being the only person or thing present.
How is solitary pronounced?: UK /ˈsɒlətri/, US /ˈsɑːləteri/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.