reclusiveness
|re-clu-sive-ness|
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/rɪˈkluːsɪvnəs/
(reclusive)
seclusion
Etymology
Etymology Information
'reclusive' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'reclusus,' where 're-' meant 'again' and 'claudere' meant 'to shut.'
Historical Evolution
'reclusus' transformed into the Old French word 'reclus,' and eventually became the modern English word 'reclusive' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'shut away,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'avoiding social interaction.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the state or quality of being reclusive; a tendency to avoid social interaction and live in seclusion.
His reclusiveness was evident as he rarely left his home.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45