secluded

adjective

se·​clud·​ed si-ˈklü-dəd How to pronounce secluded (audio)
1
: screened or hidden from view : sequestered
a secluded valley
2
: living in seclusion : solitary
secluded monks
secludedly adverb
secludedness noun

Examples of secluded in a Sentence

We looked for a secluded spot in the park to have our picnic. we stayed in a secluded resort, far away from the regular tourist crowds
Recent Examples on the Web Secluded within the deepest reaches of a verdant and secluded canyon, the ultra-contemporary residence features a strikingly monochromatic color scheme and minimalist finishes. James McClain, Robb Report, 15 Mar. 2024 There, a series of mysterious events lead him to a secluded and ancient tower, home to a mischievous gray heron. Todd Spangler, Variety, 12 Mar. 2024 Perched on a secluded stretch of beach removed from the buzzy Cabo San Lucas scene, this all-inclusive, adults-only resort features 201 rooms and a dizzying array of activities and amenities. Meagan Drillinger, Travel + Leisure, 11 Mar. 2024 Ian popped the question to Kelsey at the secluded Green Sands Beach. Erin Clack, Peoplemag, 4 Mar. 2024 Jose Ibarra, who faces multiple murder and assault charges, is also accused of dragging 22-year-old Laken Riley to a secluded area on Thursday, according to one of the affidavits obtained by CBS News. CBS News, 27 Feb. 2024 The owners of a secluded southeast Missouri Christian boarding school are behind bars after authorities served arrest warrants Friday night at their facility. Laura Bauer, Kansas City Star, 3 Mar. 2024 Each of the property’s secluded hillside villas features a pool and afternoons can be spent lounging around by the infinity pool or at the world-class spa. Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 1 Mar. 2024 This World’s Best Awards winner for five years running (taking home the number 1 spot in 2023) is among Miami Beach’s most luxurious and secluded properties. Chris Dong, Travel + Leisure, 29 Feb. 2024

These examples are programmatically compiled from various online sources to illustrate current usage of the word 'secluded.' Any opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback about these examples.

Word History

First Known Use

1604, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of secluded was in 1604

Dictionary Entries Near secluded

Cite this Entry

“Secluded.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/secluded. Accessed 29 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

secluded

adjective
se·​clud·​ed
1
: hidden from view
a secluded valley
2
: living in seclusion : solitary
secluded monks
secludedness noun

More from Merriam-Webster on secluded

Last Updated: - Updated example sentences
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!