single

[sing-guhl] / ˈsɪŋ gəl /

ADJECTIVE

alone, distinct

Synonyms

STRONGEST

individual lone original particular personal private separate simple sole special specific

STRONG

distinguished exclusive isolated loner one restricted secluded separated singular solitary

WEAK

especial exceptional indivisible not general not public odd only peerless rare singled out strange unalloyed unblended uncommon uncompounded undivided unique unitary unmixed unrivaled unshared unusual without equal

Antonyms

STRONGEST

common general indefinite ordinary public together unimportant usual

STRONG

attached combined mingling sociable

WEAK

double married mixed united wed wedded

ADJECTIVE

not married

Synonyms

STRONGEST

divorced sole unmarried

STRONG

bachelor free loner separated solo

WEAK

companionless eligible living alone spouseless unattached unfettered unwed

Antonyms

WEAK

combined double married mixed together united wed wedded

Example Sentences

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"I pass clots every single cycle, ranging from anything like a 5p to a 50p," she said.

From BBC • May 20, 2026

As tensions mount, the big question is whether there is a single nonpartisan soul who can enjoy both sodas in peace.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026

Because the study was observational and conducted at a single medical center, it cannot prove that low vitamin D directly caused the increase in pain.

From Science Daily • May 20, 2026

“This case is about protecting access to education, protecting our healthcare workforce, and protecting patients who rely on these providers every single day,” California Atty.

From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026

My heart gave a single thump, and I was ready to travel, faster than Charlie at his top speed.

From "The Teacher’s Funeral" by Richard Peck

single

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