alone
Translation
alone, on one's own
Examples
I like to be alone sometimes.
I like to be alone sometimes.
He lives alone in a big house.
He lives alone in a big house.
She alone can solve the problem.
She alone can solve the problem.
Grammar Patterns
be alone to be without other people I like to be alone sometimes.
((verb)) alone to do (sth.) without other people He lives alone in a big house.
Similar Words
Synonyms: by oneself, solitary; Antonyms: together, accompanied
Etymology
From Middle English 'al one', meaning 'all one'. A combination of 'all' + 'one'.
Memory Tips
Break it down: 'all one'. Picture one person, all by themselves. Note the difference: 'alone' is a state, 'lonely' is a feeling.