noun
-
the act of secluding or the state of being secluded
-
a secluded place
Other Word Forms
- nonseclusion noun
Etymology
Origin of seclusion
1615–25; < Medieval Latin sēclūsiōn- (stem of sēclūsiō ) < Latin sēclūs ( us ) (past participle of sēclūdere to seclude ) + -iōn- -ion
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
Mitch returns to seclusion but is finally able to write poetry again.
From Salon • Feb. 5, 2026
Longford records Victoria’s bereaved seclusion at Windsor Castle and her resulting mid-life unpopularity.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 9, 2026
“This is more than a home … it’s a private sanctuary, brought back to life with care, style, and enduring character. A rare opportunity for those seeking space, seclusion, and authentic Spanish charm.”
From MarketWatch • Jan. 6, 2026
Fletcher spent the next year in near-total seclusion, largely unable to leave his house due to light and sound sensitivity.
From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 12, 2025
Argaven was now in seclusion in the summer-palace at Warrever, and had named Pemmer Harge rem ir Tibe as Regent during his confinement.
From "The Left Hand of Darkness" by Ursula K. Le Guin
Definitions and idiom definitions from Dictionary.com Unabridged, based on the Random House Unabridged Dictionary, © Random House, Inc. 2023
Idioms from The American Heritage® Idioms Dictionary copyright © 2002, 2001, 1995 by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. Published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company.
