eremite
noun
a hermit or recluse, especially one under a religious vow.
Example Sentences
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Academics have found interest in eremitical life to be tied to the strength of centralized ecclesiastical institutions at the time, as well as increasing industrialization and urbanization.
From New York Times ● Nov. 28, 2020
The most important thing for those wanting to embark on eremitical living is self-sufficiency, she says to people who email her asking for tips.
From BBC ● Dec. 22, 2016
The incineration of an eremitical pulpwriter in his rural Connecticut retreat causes the convocation of an amazing coroner's jury.
From Time Magazine Archive
"We are so impressed with the eremitical tendencies we see here," he said.
From Time Magazine Archive
This island belonged to the monastery of Tinmouth, and, with the leave of the prior of that house, St. Henry undertook to lead in it an eremitical life.
From The Lives of the Fathers, Martyrs, and Principal Saints January, February, March by Alban Butler
