Definition

A person who takes part in a religious retreat, often for reflection, prayer, or meditation.

Example

The retreatant found peace and clarity during the weekend away from the busy city.

Conversation

I heard you went on a retreat last weekend.

Yeah, it was really refreshing being a retreatant for a few days.

What was your favorite part of the experience?

I loved the meditation sessions; they really helped me relax.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Retreatant is formed from "retreat" (from Old French *retraite*, meaning withdrawal) and "-ant" (a suffix used to indicate a person who performs a specific action). The word "retreatant" refers to a person who withdraws, especially in a spiritual or contemplative context.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who is 'withdrawing' ('retreat') and the '-ant' means a person doing that action. A retreatant is someone who is withdrawing for reflection or peace.

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