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Synonyms & Similar Words
alone
single
only
solitary
unique
individual
exclusive
lone
separate
distinct
isolated
solo
unaccompanied
unsupported
unaided
separate
discrete
independent
self-contained
freestanding
standalone
unilateral
unitary
monolithic
unified
sole
solitary
hermitic
eremitic
secluded
sequestered
isolated
aloof
apart
detached
disconnected
disjoined
severed
unconnected
discrete
insular
unfrequented
uninhabited
desolate
barren
unpeopled
vacant
empty
lone
forlorn
forsaken
abandoned
deserted
isolated
Meaning of Sole
The primary meaning of the word "Sole" is alone or only one.
Definitions
- Used to indicate that something is the only one of its kind
- Relating to or denoting a person who is unaccompanied or unmarried
- (of a right or responsibility) held or undertaken by one person only
- (of a shoe) for one foot
Etymology of Sole
The word "Sole" has its roots in Old English and Old French, derived from the Latin "solus", meaning alone
Historically, the word has been used to convey a sense of singularity, uniqueness, or exclusivity
Over time, the word has evolved to encompass various meanings, including its use as an adjective to describe something as the only one of its kind
Example Uses
- The company is the sole provider of this service in the area
- She is the sole beneficiary of the will
- The sole of the shoe was worn out from excessive use
- He is a sole trader, running his business alone
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
accompanied
supported
aided
multiple
numerous
several
various
many
accompanied
partnered
joined
connected
united
combined
merged
shared
joint
collaborative
cooperative
collective
mutual
reciprocal
bilateral
multilateral
plural
manifold
diverse
varied
miscellaneous
mixed
assorted
sundry
disparate
dissimilar
unlike
different