solitudinarian

Found in Anh - Anh (Wordnet)

Definition Noun : A person who lives in solitude; a recluse or hermit. The word specifically denotes someone who chooses or is inclined to be alone, often habitually or by nature. Usage The word "solitudinarian" is a formal and somewhat literary term. It is used to describe a person whose characteristic mode of life is solitary. It emphasizes a deliberate or inherent preference for being alone...