seclusion
noun
se·clu·sion
si-ˈklü-zhən 
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With its prefix se-, "apart", seclusion has the basic meaning of a place or condition that's "closed away". A lone island may be secluded, and its seclusion might be what its owner prizes most about it. Presidents and their staffs may go into seclusion before making critical decisions. Monastery life is purposely secluded, and monks may have taken vows to live lives of seclusion. The deadly brown recluse spider prefers seclusion but is sometimes disturbed by very unlucky people.
Examples of seclusion in a Sentence
the seclusion of women that occurs in some countries
I enjoyed the seclusion of the island.
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The club’s founders, the Japanese conglomerate Cornes & Company, spent years searching for a spot that offered seclusion, drama, and quick access to Tokyo and nearby airports.
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Sue Callaway, Robb Report, 5 Mar. 2025
The ultra-luxurious arm of Ritz-Carlton has grown very deliberately—each property offers seclusion by keeping room count down on large parcels of land set in nature.
—Maya Kachroo-Levine, Travel + Leisure, 28 Feb. 2025
Water Activities The property was always known for its seclusion and privacy, on an island overall known for those qualities as well as its 100+ beaches, so the seven mile pink beach fronting clear turquoise water will likely be the domain of just hotel guests.
—Laurie Werner, Forbes, 26 Feb. 2025
Daniel's death was devastating to Anna Nicole, who went into seclusion after losing him.
—Emily Krauser, People.com, 8 Feb. 2025
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Sue Callaway, Robb Report, 5 Mar. 2025
The ultra-luxurious arm of Ritz-Carlton has grown very deliberately—each property offers seclusion by keeping room count down on large parcels of land set in nature.
—Maya Kachroo-Levine, Travel + Leisure, 28 Feb. 2025
Water Activities The property was always known for its seclusion and privacy, on an island overall known for those qualities as well as its 100+ beaches, so the seven mile pink beach fronting clear turquoise water will likely be the domain of just hotel guests.
—Laurie Werner, Forbes, 26 Feb. 2025
Daniel's death was devastating to Anna Nicole, who went into seclusion after losing him.
—Emily Krauser, People.com, 8 Feb. 2025
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“Seclusion.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/seclusion. Accessed 16 Mar. 2025.
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seclusion
noun
se·clu·sion
si-ˈklü-zhən
1
: the act of secluding : the state of being secluded
2
: a secluded place
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