solitude solitude /ˈsɑːləˌtuːd/

noun

1. () A state of social isolation  ( purdah , solitude )
   a state of social isolation
   
2. A solitary place  ( solitude )
   a solitary place
   
3. The state or situation of being alone  ( solitude )
   the state or situation of being alone
    The monk sought solitude in the mountains for meditation.
   The monk sought solitude in the mountains for meditation.