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Solitary

usgb/ˈsɑːləteri/Volume
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Emotional Weight

Conveys a sense of loneliness, sometimes with negative feelings.

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After the divorce, he led a solitary life.
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Not By Choice

'Solitary' can imply isolation isn't by the person's choice, sparking sympathy.

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The shipwreck survivor's solitary existence was heartbreaking.
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Voluntary Separation

Sometimes signifies chosen isolation, perhaps for peace or concentration.

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The writer chose a solitary cabin to finish her book.
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