noun · neutral
solitude
UK/ˈsɒlɪtjuːd/US/ˈsɑːlɪˌtuːd/SOL·i·tude
Band 7+speakingtask2
the state of being alone, often considered peaceful and chosen for rest or thought.
Examples
“Writers often seek solitude when they need to concentrate.”
“After a busy term, I crave a bit of solitude at the weekend.”
“Solitude can be refreshing if you use it to recharge.”
Band 8 sentence
“I actively seek short periods of solitude on weekends so I can recharge and think clearly.”
Collocations
- seek solitude
- enjoy solitude
Word family
solitary adjectiveloneliness noun (related)
Common mistakes
I enjoy loneliness when I read.→I enjoy solitude when I read.
I need a solitude.→I need solitude.
Say it for a higher band
5alone→6privacy→7+solitude
Synonyms
privacy
Easily confused
loneliness
“Living away from family for the first time can lead to feelings of loneliness.”
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