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Meaning of hermit
A person who lives alone, especially for religious reasons, or someone who likes to be alone and avoids social contact.
Etymology of hermit
The word "hermit" originates from the Old French word "hermite," which is derived from the Latin word "eremita," meaning "desert dweller" or "solitary."
The term "eremita" is itself derived from the Greek word "eremos," meaning "desert" or "lonely place."
Historically, the term "hermit" referred to a Christian ascetic who lived a solitary life, often in a remote area, for the purpose of spiritual contemplation and devotion.
Synonyms
recluse
solitary
ascetic
anchorite
mystic
monk
nun
sage
wise man
wise woman
seer
prophet
eremite
loner
isolationist
introvert
contemplative
meditative
pensive
brooding
reflective
secluded
retired
withdrawn
quietist
stoic
ascendant
hermitage
solitary figure
individualist
nonconformist
eccentric
outsider
outcast
Definitions
- A person who has withdrawn from society, especially for religious reasons, and lives a solitary life, often in a remote area.
- A person who prefers to be alone and avoids social contact, often due to feelings of shyness, introversion, or a desire for solitude.
- In biology, a hermit refers to a type of crab that lives in a shell, often inhabiting the empty shells of other animals.
Usage Examples
- The old man lived as a hermit in the mountains, rarely seen by the locals.
- She felt like a hermit, rarely leaving her house and avoiding social interactions.
- The hermit crab scuttled across the beach, its shell glistening in the sunlight.