seclusion — the state of being private and away from other people
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the state of being private and away from other people
Pronunciation (IPA): /sɪˈkluːʒən/
Example Sentences
- The famous author wrote his masterpiece in the seclusion of a mountain cabin.
- After becoming an internet meme, he chose seclusion over fame and fortune.
- The meditation retreat offered perfect seclusion from the noisy city life.
seclusion
NOUN[/sɪˈkluːʒən/]
the state of being private and away from other people
The monk found peaceful seclusion in a mountain hut far from the village.
SE(apart) + CLUS(close) + ION(state) — by deciding to CLUS(close) the heavy stone door to stay SE(apart) from the world, the king entered a state(ION) of total seclusion.
In seclusion, he breaks every illusion and reaches his conclusion.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'secludere' meaning 'to shut off' or 'to separate', composed of 'se-' (apart) and 'claudere' (to close or shut). The word entered English via Old French in the 15th century.
Breakdown
se- (apart) + clud (close/shut) + -ion (noun suffix) = seclusion
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The famous author wrote his masterpiece in the seclusion of a mountain cabin.”
“After becoming an internet meme, he chose seclusion over fame and fortune.”
“The meditation retreat offered perfect seclusion from the noisy city life.”
“His seclusion ended when the pizza delivery guy found his secret hideout.”
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