Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
reclusive
adjective
/rɪˈkluːsɪv/
Definition
Avoiding the company of others; solitary.
Examples
- After the controversy, the author became reclusive and stayed away from public appearances.
- Many reclusive individuals find peace in their solitude, away from the hustle and bustle of society.
- The reclusive artist rarely showed his work to anyone besides his closest friends.
Meaning
Reclusive refers to someone who prefers to live in isolation and avoid social interaction.
Synonyms
- isolated
- withdrawn
- antisocial
- secluded
- solitary
