alone
a
ə
ē
lone
ˈloʊn
lown
British pronunciation
/əˈləʊn/

Definition & Meaning of "alone"in English

01

being by oneself

alone definition and meaning
example
Examples
She was alone on the stage during her performance.
1.1

acting or existing without assistance or involvement from others

example
Examples
They were not alone in opposing the new law.
1.2

feeling or being separated emotionally or socially

example
Examples
After the loss, she was terribly alone and vulnerable.
example
Examples
They are alone among their peers in their achievements.
alone
01

without anyone else

alone definition and meaning
example
Examples
He likes to eat lunch alone and enjoy some quiet time.
example
Examples
The artist painted the entire mural alone.
02

exclusively or solely referring to the stated person, thing, or group

example
Examples
We designed the program for children alone.
2.1

used to emphasize that only one element or number is involved or considered

example
Examples
There were 50 people in the room, the guests alone.
LanGeek
Download LanGeek app
langeek application

Download Mobile App

stars

app store