Definitions

secluded

[si-kloo-did] / sɪˈklu dɪd /

ADJECTIVE

isolated, sheltered

Synonyms

STRONGEST

cloistered deserted hidden lonely quiet remote uninhabited

STRONG

abandoned blockaded close closet isolate quarantined removed reserved retired screened segregated sequestered shy withdrawn

WEAK

alone aloof confidential covert cut off hermetic incommunicado insular lonesome off the beaten track out-of-the-way personal private reclusive secluse seclusive secret shut off singular solitary tucked away unapproachable unfrequented unsociable

Antonyms

STRONGEST

inhabited open populated

STRONG

extroverted friendly outgoing sociable unreserved

WEAK

joining mingling public socializing

Example Sentences

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In a secluded corner of Pembrokeshire, a structure resembling a landed spacecraft rises unexpectedly from the landscape.

From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026

It is loosely based on the original “Love Island” reality series, where singles compete for love and money at a secluded villa.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 27, 2026

The ocean-facing abode, which comes with a secluded beach and a rare roof deck, first appeared on the market in March of that year for $11.25 million, according to Realtor.com.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 16, 2026

The emotions of the national competition that would decide the family’s dream were so heavy that after he finished his free program, he found a secluded corner in the tunnel and sobbed.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 10, 2026

We moved Haye to a secluded bank by a nearby brook.

From "The Inquisitor's Tale" by Adam Gidwitz

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