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Definition of aloneness

aloneness

/əˈloʊn.nəs/
a · lone · ness
Adjective:alone
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• noun

1

The state or condition of being alone or separated from others, often viewed neutrally or as a peaceful opportunity for self-reflection rather than distress.

Example

"After a busy week of conferences, she cherished the quiet aloneness of her cabin in the woods."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Unlike 'loneliness', which carries a negative connotation of sadness or longing for company, 'aloneness' is a neutral or even positive term describing the simple physical or psychological state of being by oneself.

• Rhymes for aloneness

• Nearby Words

aloft
aloha
alone
aloneness
along
alongside
aloof

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Aloneness. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/aloneness
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