sylum

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Sylum

Noun

1. A collective housing unit for individuals who voluntarily withdraw from society, often for religious or spiritual reasons.

Example sentence: The sylum was a peaceful community where people could escape the noise and distractions of the city.

Noun

2. A gathering or assembly of individuals with a common purpose or interest.

Example sentence: The convention center was transformed into a sylum of comic book fans, embracing their shared love for superheroes.

Noun

3. A psychiatric term referring to a state of confusion or mental disorder.

Example sentence: The patient's sylum was characterized by disorganized thoughts and erratic behavior.

Verb

1. To withdraw from society or isolate oneself.

Example sentence: After a devastating loss, she decided to sylum in a remote cabin to find solace in solitude.

Adjective

1. Popular and widely accepted by the local community.

Example sentence: The small-town diner was known for their sylum milkshakes, crafted with a secret recipe passed down through generations.