Anchorite

Pronunciation: /ˈæŋkəˌraɪt/

Definitions of anchorite

noun a person who has retired to a solitary place for a life of religious seclusion; a hermit

Example Sentences

A1 The anchorite lived alone in a small cave.

A2 The anchorite spent years in solitude, meditating and praying.

B1 The anchorite chose a life of seclusion to focus on spiritual growth.

B2 The anchorite's ascetic lifestyle was admired by many for its dedication.

C1 The anchorite's deep contemplation led to profound insights into the nature of existence.

C2 The anchorite's teachings on self-discipline and inner peace were highly respected in the community.

Examples of anchorite in a Sentence

formal The anchorite spent years in solitude, seeking spiritual enlightenment.

informal I heard that old man who lives in the cave is an anchorite.

slang Don't be such an anchorite, come out and have some fun with us!

figurative In a world of constant noise and distractions, sometimes we all need to be an anchorite and find some peace within ourselves.

Grammatical Forms of anchorite

• past tense: anchored
• plural: anchorites
• comparative: more anchorite
• superlative: most anchorite
• present tense: anchor
• future tense: will anchor
• perfect tense: have anchored
• continuous tense: is anchoring
• singular: anchorite
• positive degree: anchorite
• infinitive: to anchor
• gerund: anchoring
• participle: anchoring

Origin and Evolution of anchorite

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Greek

Story behind the word: The word 'anchorite' originated from the Greek word 'anachōrētēs' meaning 'one who has retired from the world'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the term 'anchorite' evolved to refer to a religious recluse or hermit who lived a solitary life for spiritual purposes, often in a small cell or dwelling attached to a church.