reclusive
rec
ˈrik
rik
lu
lu
loo
sive
sɪv
siv
British pronunciation
/ɹɪklˈuːsɪv/

Definition & Meaning of "reclusive"in English

reclusive
01

(of a place) very isolated and remote, situated far from populated areas or access to the outside world

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Examples
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.
02

preferring to be alone or avoiding social contact

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Examples
After the death of his wife, John became increasingly reclusive, rarely leaving his house or interacting with others.
Neighbors described the elderly widow who lived alone at the end of the street as very reclusive, rarely seeing her outside of her home.
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