A solitary person is someone who lives alone and avoids contact with other people. The term 'LONER' is a five-letter word used to describe such a person, while 'RECLUSE' is a seven-letter word. A HERMIT is another six-letter word for a solitary person, while an EREMITE is a seven-letter word for someone who lives in complete isolation. An ANCHORITE is an eight-letter word for a person who withdraws from society and lives in seclusion, while an ANCHORESS is an eight-letter word for a female HERMIT.