adj not associated with others of the same kind.
2. solitary ·noun one who lives alone, or in solitude; an anchoret; a hermit; a recluse.
3. solitary ·adj performed, passed, or endured alone; as, a solitary journey; a solitary life.
4. solitary ·adj single; individual; sole; as, a solitary instance of vengeance; a solitary example.
5. solitary ·adj ot much visited or frequented remote from society; retired; lonely; as, a solitary residence or place.
6. solitary ·adj living or being by one's self; having no companion present; being without associates; single; alone; lonely.
7. solitary ·adj not inhabited or occupied; without signs of inhabitants or occupation; desolate; deserted; silent; still; hence, gloomy; dismal; as, the solitary desert.