Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
recluse
noun
/rɪˈkluːs/
Definition
A person who lives a solitary life and tends to avoid other people.
Examples
- After years of being a recluse, he finally decided to rejoin the world.
- The author became a recluse, spending most of his time in a remote cabin.
- Many people thought she was a recluse, but she simply enjoyed her own company.
Meaning
A recluse is someone who prefers to stay away from society and social activities, often seeking solitude in their daily life.
Synonyms
- hermit
- loner
- solitary
- introvert
