1. not inclined to associate with others; preferring solitude or small groups
Usage: formal

Examples

• The nongregarious artist preferred working alone in her studio.
• Unlike his gregarious siblings, Tom was nongregarious and enjoyed quiet evenings at home.
• Many cats are naturally nongregarious animals that hunt independently.
• Her nongregarious nature made large parties uncomfortable for her.
• The researcher studied both gregarious and nongregarious species of birds.
• He was nongregarious by choice, finding peace in solitary activities like reading.