Loner
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Often Negative
The term 'loner' can imply someone is lonely or anti-social, which might be viewed negatively. Although he's a loner, he isn't unhappy.
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Voluntary Solitude
'Loner' often means choosing to be alone, not just being alone by circumstance. As a loner, she enjoys the quiet of her solo walks.
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Not a Hermit
Don't confuse 'loner' with 'hermit'. Loners can have social contact but prefer solitude at times. He socializes sometimes, but he's still a loner at heart.