anchorite

noun
UK: /ˈæŋkəraɪt/
US: /ˈæŋkəraɪt/

  1. A person who lives alone and far away from other people, especially for religious reasons

    1. The anchorite lived in a small cave, devoting his days to prayer and contemplation. [ ] [ ]
    2. The writings detail the struggles of the anchorite to maintain their solitude and devotion in the face of temptation. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

hermit recluse solitary

Frequently Asked Questions

The phonetic transcription of "anchorite" is /ˈæŋkəraɪt/ in British English and /ˈæŋkəraɪt/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "anchorite": hermit, recluse, solitary.

Example usage of "anchorite": "The anchorite lived in a small cave, devoting his days to prayer and contemplation.". More examples on the page.