CLOISTERED Synonyms: 18 Similar and Opposite Words

cloistered

adjective

ˈklȯi-stərd

Definition of cloistered

as in secluded

screened or sequestered from view behind the stately townhouses lie cloistered gardens that the public never sees

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Recent Examples of cloistered Americans elected to public office celebrate with supporters in cloistered hotel ballrooms, away from opponents. — Ryan Craig, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026 Another work looked at a cloistered nerd and his obsessive hobbies. — Paul Hodgins, Oc Register, 14 May 2026 The conservation effort is also rooted in faith as the cloistered community is inspired in part by Laudato Si', a 2015 encyclical from Pope Francis calling for environmental stewardship. — Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 30 Apr. 2026 Before the rise of Aventura, bachata — Dominican folk music of the working class, which traces its roots to the 1960s — was largely a cloistered concern. — New York Times, 28 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for cloistered

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Their gathering at a secluded house quickly turns into a hellish reunion as the family members turn into Deadites.

— Mya Copeland, Variety, 25 Sep. 2026
After lingering over spaghetti alle vongole at Ristorante Lido Azzurro, which hovers over the sea near Amalfi’s harbor, zip around the coast to sea caverns and grottos, pausing for dips in secluded spots away from the crowds.

— Lane Nieset, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Sep. 2026

Definition of secluded

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The Libra Sun opposes Neptune across your private and daily-life zones, making vague stress, unfinished business, or hidden responsibilities harder to define.

— Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 25 Sep. 2026
The kids found their own rhythms of exploration, local spots, hidden beaches, and the particular pleasure of discovering somewhere that wasn't on any list.

— Jordi Lippe-McGraw, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Sep. 2026

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