Definition

Describing a lifestyle or practice that involves living in solitude, often for religious or spiritual reasons.

Example

The monk chose an eremitical life, seeking peace away from the distractions of society.

Conversation

I’ve been reading about people who choose an eremitical lifestyle.

Oh really? What’s that all about?

It's basically about living in solitude to focus on spirituality.

That sounds so peaceful, but also really challenging!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Eremitical is formed from "eremita" (from Greek "eremites", meaning a hermit or solitary person) and the suffix "-ical" (meaning pertaining to). The word describes a lifestyle or practice related to living in solitude, like that of a hermit.

Memory Tip

Think of a hermit living in solitude ('eremita') — the '-ical' means pertaining to, so 'eremitical' refers to a lifestyle related to being a hermit.

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