hermit

[ˈhɜːrmɪt]

hermit Definition

a person who lives alone and avoids other people.

Using hermit: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "hermit" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The old man was a hermit who lived in the woods.

  • Example

    He became a hermit after his wife died.

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    The hermit spent most of his days in meditation and prayer.

  • Example

    She lived like a hermit, avoiding all social contact.

hermit Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for hermit

Idioms Using hermit

  • to live in seclusion and avoid social contact

    Example

    After his divorce, he decided to live like a hermit and avoid all human interaction.

  • hermit-like existence

    a life of solitude and isolation

    Example

    The writer's hermit-like existence allowed him to focus on his work without any distractions.

  • a mindset characterized by a desire for solitude and isolation

    Example

    His hermit mentality made it difficult for him to make friends and form relationships.

Phrases with hermit

  • a type of crab that lives in empty shells of other animals

    Example

    The hermit crab is known for its ability to change shells as it grows.

  • a country that is isolated from the rest of the world

    Example

    North Korea is often referred to as a hermit kingdom due to its isolationist policies.

  • a North American songbird known for its beautiful singing voice

    Example

    The hermit thrush is a popular bird among birdwatchers.

Origins of hermit

from Old French 'eremite', from Latin 'eremita', from Greek 'erēmitēs', meaning 'person living in the desert'

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Summary: hermit in Brief

A 'hermit' [ˈhɜːrmɪt] is a person who lives alone and avoids social contact. It can be used to describe someone who prefers solitude or someone who has withdrawn from society. The term extends into phrases like 'live like a hermit,' and idioms like 'hermit mentality,' denoting a mindset characterized by a desire for solitude.

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