Synonyms for

Alone

Verb / ʌˈləʊn / Another word for alone — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

being apart from others; solitary

Synonyms & similar words

lonely solo solitary solely unique unaccompanied lone unparalleled unequaled exclusively unequalled entirely only solitary lonely isolated secluded unaccompanied deserted forlorn single only unique unaided solo independent detached unattended uninhabited empty vacant abandoned forsaken

Synonyms by register

Formal

solitary secluded isolated

Informal

on your own by yourself solo

Literary

lonesome unaccompanied

Antonyms

together accompanied connected united involved social crowded

Common collocations

  • all alone
  • leave me alone
  • all by myself
  • alone at home
  • alone in the world
  • feel alone
  • completely alone

Word family

adjective alone
adverb alone

Usage note

Often used predicatively (e.g., 'He was alone'). Can sometimes imply loneliness, but not always.

Example sentences

  1. I feel alone when I sit by myself at lunch.
  2. The cat was alone in the house.
  3. He was alone on the playground.
  4. The tree stood alone in the field.
  5. I like to spend some time alone every day.

Quotes

  • The greatest thing in the world is to know how to belong to oneself.
  • I restore myself when I'm alone.
  • The best remedy for those who are afraid, lonely or unhappy is to go outside, somewhere where they can be quiet, alone with the heavens, nature and God.

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