The Opposite of Loneliness
Sep 9, 2018 · 8 min read
There’s no good word for the opposite of loneliness.
‘Companionship’ falls short because it implies the presence of other people, which is not a prerequisite for not feeling lonely. ‘Inclusion’ is likewise inadequate, as it denotes absorption into a group.
The opposite of loneliness is not the constant presence of other people. Nor is it a packed social…



