zelotypia

/zɛlɒtˈɔʊpiə/

Definitions

1. noun

A morbid or excessive love of solitude or isolation, often with a tendency to shun social contact.

“The recluse’s zelotypia allowed her to focus on her art without external distractions.”

2. noun

An excessive love of one’s own company, often leading to social withdrawal or avoidance of others.

“His zelotypia had become so severe that he found it difficult to interact with colleagues at work.”

Synonyms

  • hermitage
  • reclusion
  • solitariness

Antonyms

  • garrulity
  • gregariousness
  • sociability