Definitions
- Describing a person who prefers to be alone and avoids social interaction. - Referring to an activity or hobby that is done alone, without the presence of others. - Talking about a place or environment that is isolated and lacks companionship or social interaction.
- Referring to a person who is not married or in a romantic relationship. - Describing an object or item that is one in number or quantity. - Talking about a status or condition that is unique or exclusive.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words refer to one thing or person.
- 2Both can be used to describe a status or condition.
- 3Both can be used as adjectives to modify a noun.
- 4Both can be used to describe a state of being alone or without companionship.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Solitary is more commonly used to describe a person or activity, while single is more commonly used to describe a status or object.
- 2Meaning: Solitary emphasizes being alone or isolated, while single emphasizes being one or unique.
- 3Connotation: Solitary can have negative connotations of loneliness or isolation, while single can have neutral or positive connotations of independence or uniqueness.
- 4Usage in idioms: Single is often used in idiomatic expressions such as 'single out' or 'single-handedly', while solitary is not commonly used in idioms.
Remember this!
Solitary and single are both words that refer to one thing or person. However, solitary emphasizes being alone or isolated, while single emphasizes being one or unique. Solitary is more commonly used to describe a person or activity, while single is more commonly used to describe a status or object.
