Anchoritic (Adjective)
Meaning
Characterized by ascetic solitude; "the eremitic element in the life of a religious colony"; "his hermitic existence".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The erudite scholar spent years preparing for the anchoritic life, studying texts on spirituality and solitude.
- Since her youth, Sarah had been drawn to an anchoritic existence, where she could focus solely on her art and inner growth.
- Life as an anchoritic monk requires total commitment to a life of quiet contemplation and simple living.
- Henry's research focused on various anchoritic traditions throughout history, from ancient Christian hermits to contemporary Buddhist monks.
- This retreat into anchoritic exile from the turmoil of the world also made Philip question his own life choices and seek clarity of purpose.