Pronunciation

/ˈæləʊn/

Definitions

• Adjective: 1. Existing or situated on your own; separate. For example: “The lone tree stood alone in the field.”
• Adjective: 2. Unaccompanied or without company. For example: “She decided to spend her birthday alone.”
• Adverb: In a solitary manner; by oneself. For example: “He works alone to finish the project.”

Phrases

• “Be alone” means to be by oneself, undisturbed.
• “She prefers to spend her weekends alone.”
• “He likes to work alone, but sometimes he collaborates with others.”

Example Sentences

• Adjective: “The cat curled up alone on the windowsill.”
• Adverb: “She decided to take a solo trip to Europe.”
• Noun: “In solitude, he found peace within himself.”

Synonyms

• Single
• Solitary
• Lonesome
• Unaccompanied
• Independent