carthusian

/ˈkɑːrθjuːziən/

Definitions

1. noun

A member of a Catholic order of monks founded in the 11th century by Bruno of Cologne, known for their austere and contemplative lifestyle.

“The Carthusian monastery had been a place of solitude and spiritual growth for centuries.”

Synonyms

  • ascetic
  • hermit
  • monk

Antonyms

  • hedonistic
  • worldly