1. Plural of eremitism; the practice or condition of living as a hermit or in solitary religious withdrawal from society.
Usage: formal; often used in religious or historical contexts
2. Plural of eremitism; the philosophical or spiritual doctrine or practice of solitary contemplation and withdrawal.
Usage: formal; philosophical or theological usage

Examples

• Medieval eremitisms represented a significant spiritual movement in Christian history.
• The various eremitisms practiced across different religions share common themes of isolation and self-reflection.
• Early Christian eremitisms influenced the development of monastic communities.
• Scholars study eremitisms to understand how individuals sought spiritual enlightenment through solitude.
• Different cultural eremitisms reflect unique approaches to ascetic living and religious devotion.