What is another word for eremite?
Pronunciation: [ɪɹˈɛma͡ɪt] (IPA) 
An eremite is a person who lives in solitude, usually in a secluded place, away from society. Synonyms for eremite include hermit, recluse, solitary, anchorite, and ascetic. A hermit is someone who lives a solitary life, often for religious reasons, while a recluse is someone who chooses to live alone, away from society. A solitary person prefers to be alone and does not seek out the company of others. An anchorite is someone who withdraws from society to live a contemplative life and to explore religious ideas. Lastly, an ascetic is someone who lives a simple and austere lifestyle, often based on religious or moral beliefs, and who may also live in solitude.
