Seclusion: meaning, definitions and examples

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seclusion

 

[ sษชหˆkluหส’ษ™n ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

in solitude

the state of being private and away from other people

Synonyms

isolation, privacy, solitude

Examples of usage

  • He preferred the seclusion of his mountain cabin for writing.
  • The monastery is known for its peaceful seclusion.
Context #2 | Noun

in a secluded place

the state of being hidden or sheltered from view

Synonyms

concealment, privacy, secrecy

Examples of usage

  • The beach house offers seclusion and tranquility.
  • The garden was a perfect spot for seclusion.

Translations

Translations of the word "seclusion" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น isolamento

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค…เคฒเค—เคพเคต

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Abgeschiedenheit

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ pengasingan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั–ะทะพะปัั†ั–ั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ odosobnienie

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ้š”้›ข (kakuri)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท isolement

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ aislamiento

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท tecrit

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ฒฉ๋ฆฌ (gyeongri)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุนุฒู„ุฉ (uzla)

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ izolace

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ izolรกcia

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้š”็ฆป (gรฉlรญ)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ osamitev

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ einangrun

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะพา›ัˆะฐัƒะปะฐะฝัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒแƒ แƒขแƒแƒแƒ‘แƒ (martโ€™ooba)

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ tษ™crid

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ aislamiento

Etymology

The word 'seclusion' originated from the Latin word 'secludere', which means 'to shut off, exclude'. It first appeared in the English language in the 17th century. Throughout history, seclusion has been valued by individuals seeking peace, privacy, and introspection. Whether in a remote cabin, a quiet garden, or a hidden retreat, seclusion offers a refuge from the noise and distractions of the world.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #14,741, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.