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reclusive
01
(of a place) very isolated and remote, situated far from populated areas or access to the outside world
Example
The nobleman had built his mansion in a reclusive forest valley hidden from the main roads.
A rare species of bat was discovered living in the extremely reclusive caves located deep in the Amazon jungle.
Rumors swirled about mysterious activities taking place within the heavily secured and reclusive military base.
02
preferring to be alone or avoiding social contact
Example
After the death of his wife, John became increasingly reclusive, rarely leaving his house or interacting with others.
People who met the millionaire said he seemed polite but quite reclusive, not sharing many details about himself or his personal life.
Neighbors described the elderly widow who lived alone at the end of the street as very reclusive, rarely seeing her outside of her home.
Example
The nobleman had built his mansion in a reclusive forest valley hidden from the main roads.
A rare species of bat was discovered living in the extremely reclusive caves located deep in the Amazon jungle.
Rumors swirled about mysterious activities taking place within the heavily secured and reclusive military base.
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