noun
- people who prefer to be alone and avoid the company of others
Usage: plural of loner
Examples
- The two loners sat at separate tables in the cafeteria.
- Many artists are loners who work best in solitude.
- The hiking trail attracted loners seeking peace and quiet.
- Some loners prefer online communication to face-to-face interaction.
- The school counselor helped shy students who were natural loners.
- Not all loners are antisocial; some simply enjoy their own company.