secluded

adjective

se·​clud·​ed si-ˈklü-dəd How to pronounce secluded (audio)
1
: screened or hidden from view : sequestered
a secluded valley
2
: living in seclusion : solitary
secluded monks
secludedly adverb
secludedness noun

Examples of secluded in a Sentence

We looked for a secluded spot in the park to have our picnic. we stayed in a secluded resort, far away from the regular tourist crowds
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Although affluent travelers have traditionally selected luxury hotels and opulent resorts as their preferred choice of accommodations, secluded villas and opulent suites with all the bells and whistles have recently become popular among ultra-high-net-worth individuals. Roger Sands, Forbes, 20 Feb. 2025 The story of a secluded group of siblings who harbor a dark secret, and the local librarian (Taylor-Joy) who forms a bond with them, Marrowbone also features rising stars Mia Goth, George MacKay, Charlie Heaton, and Kyle Soller. Matthew Jackson, Vulture, 14 Feb. 2025 The resort has 12 ridge-top suites providing a panoramic view of the Atlantic, 12 beachfront villas and 11 private secluded villas on the resort grounds. Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 14 Feb. 2025 Gutierrez loves this park for its secluded beach area ideal for bird-watching, snorkeling, surf fishing, and golfing. Carrie Honaker, Travel + Leisure, 11 Feb. 2025 See all Example Sentences for secluded 

Word History

First Known Use

1604, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of secluded was in 1604

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“Secluded.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/secluded. Accessed 23 Feb. 2025.

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secluded

adjective
se·​clud·​ed
1
: hidden from view
a secluded valley
2
: living in seclusion : solitary
secluded monks
secludedness noun

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