Definition

Relating to a person who lives in solitude, often for religious reasons, or having characteristics of such a lifestyle.

Example

The hermitic lifestyle can be very peaceful, away from the noise of society.

Conversation

I heard that John has been living a pretty hermitic lifestyle lately.

Yeah, he prefers to spend time alone in his cabin.

Do you think he enjoys that kind of hermitic existence?

Maybe, but I hope he doesn’t isolate himself too much.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Hermitic is derived from "hermit" (from Late Latin *heremita*, meaning a person living in solitude) and the suffix "-ic" (meaning pertaining to). The word "hermitic" refers to something related to or characteristic of a hermit or solitary life.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'hermit' who lives in solitude, and remember that 'hermitic' describes things related to that solitary lifestyle.

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