hermitism

/ˈhɜrmɪtɪzəm/
noun
  1. The practice or way of life of a hermit; living alone and away from society.
    • Modern hermitism is sometimes chosen by people who want to escape consumer culture.
    • The novel explores the appeal of hermitism in a noisy, crowded world.
    • In medieval times, hermitism was a common form of religious devotion.
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