EREMITISM

eremitism

(noun) monasticism characterized by solitude in which the social dimension of life is sacrificed to the primacy of religious experience

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Noun

eremitism (uncountable)

The state of being a hermit; seclusion from society.

Source: Wiktionary


Er"e*mit*ism, n.

Definition: The state of a hermit; a living in seclusion from social life.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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Plain brewed coffee contains almost no calories, while coffee with dairy products, sugar, and other flavorings is much higher in calories. An espresso has 20 calories. A nonfat latte has 72, while a flavored one has 134.

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