reclusive
adjective
re·clu·sive
ri-ˈklü-siv 
-ziv
1
: seeking solitude : retiring from society
a reclusive neighbor
While Stephen King is far from reclusive, he doesn't spend much time promoting his horror-filled novels.—
Sarah Lyall
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: marked by seclusion or retirement : solitary
… sit under the reclusive calm of the acacia tree.—H. E. Bates
H. E. Bates
reclusively
adverb
reclusiveness
noun
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Released on Netflix in September 2020, the film revolves around a reclusive gamer, Joon-woo (Yoo Ah-in), who locks himself up inside his apartment after realizing that a deadly virus is raging outside.
—EW.com, 2 June 2024
This season on the frothy bodice-ripping drama, Dodd takes over the role of Francesca Bridgerton, the reclusive piano enthusiast played in seasons one and two by Ruby Stokes, who departed the show due to scheduling conflicts.
—Kalia Richardson, Rolling Stone, 18 May 2024
Delving into the mythology surrounding the famously reclusive poet, the show is a charming, absurdist reimagining of one of the literary world’s most beloved voices.
—Cady Lang, TIME, 16 May 2024
Wilson has seven children — two, Carnie and Wendy Wilson — with first wife Marilyn Rovell and five with Melinda.
Brian, who was divorced from Rovell in 1979 and had been reclusive for years, met and dated Melinda Ledbetter on and off from 1986 to 1989.
—Christie D’zurilla, Los Angeles Times, 10 May 2024
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EW.com, 2 June 2024
This season on the frothy bodice-ripping drama, Dodd takes over the role of Francesca Bridgerton, the reclusive piano enthusiast played in seasons one and two by Ruby Stokes, who departed the show due to scheduling conflicts.
—Kalia Richardson, Rolling Stone, 18 May 2024
Delving into the mythology surrounding the famously reclusive poet, the show is a charming, absurdist reimagining of one of the literary world’s most beloved voices.
—Cady Lang, TIME, 16 May 2024
Wilson has seven children — two, Carnie and Wendy Wilson — with first wife Marilyn Rovell and five with Melinda.
Brian, who was divorced from Rovell in 1979 and had been reclusive for years, met and dated Melinda Ledbetter on and off from 1986 to 1989.
—Christie D’zurilla, Los Angeles Times, 10 May 2024
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“Reclusive.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/reclusive. Accessed 11 Jun. 2024.
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