solitary
UK: ˈsɒl.ɪ.tər.i | US: ˈsɑː.lə.ter.i
adj. being alone; without companions
adj. existing or occurring alone; single
n. a person who lives alone or in solitude
solitary = solit<alone> + ary<adjective suffix>
- solit (from Latin solitarius, derived from solus meaning "alone")
- ary (a suffix forming adjectives, often indicating "relating to" or "connected with")
Etymology Origin:
The word "solitary" traces back to the Latin solitarius, which stems from solus (alone). The suffix -ary was added in Middle English to form an adjective, preserving the core idea of isolation. The term has consistently conveyed the concept of being alone, whether describing a person, place, or state.
He led a solitary life in the mountains, far from civilization.
The solitary tree stood tall in the middle of the field.
She enjoyed solitary walks along the beach at dawn.
The prisoner was placed in solitary confinement for a week.
A solitary candle flickered in the dark room.