Synonyms for alone

Synonyms for (adj) alone

Synonyms: unequaled, unequalled, unique, unparalleled, alone

Definition: radically distinctive and without equal

Usage: he is alone in the field of microbiology; this theory is altogether alone in its penetration of the problem; Bach was unique in his handling of counterpoint; craftsmen whose skill is unequaled; unparalleled athletic ability; a breakdown of law unparalleled in our history

Similar words: uncomparable, incomparable

Definition: such that comparison is impossible; unsuitable for comparison or lacking features that can be compared

Usage: an incomparable week of rest and pleasure; the computer proceeds with its incomparable logic and efficiency; this report is incomparable with the earlier ones because of different breakdowns of the data


Synonyms: alone, only

Definition: exclusive of anyone or anything else

Usage: she alone believed him; cannot live by bread alone; I'll have this car and this car only

Similar words: exclusive

Definition: excluding much or all; especially all but a particular group or minority

Usage: exclusive clubs; an exclusive restaurants and shops


Synonyms: alone

Definition: isolated from others

Usage: could be alone in a crowded room; was alone with her thoughts; I want to be alone

Similar words: unsocial

Definition: not seeking or given to association; being or living without companions

Usage: the unsocial disposition to neglect one's neighbors


Synonyms: lone, lonely, alone, solitary

Definition: lacking companions or companionship

Usage: he was alone when we met him; she is alone much of the time; the lone skier on the mountain; a lonely fisherman stood on a tuft of gravel; a lonely soul; a solitary traveler

Similar words: unaccompanied

Definition: being without an escort


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