recluse

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托福GRE

s. withdrawn from society; seeking solitude

a. 隐遁的, 偏僻的
n. 隐遁者, 遁世者

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recluse 由前缀 re-（表示“向后”或“隔离”）和词根 cluse（源自拉丁语 claudere，意为“关闭”）组成，整体意思是“关闭在外面的人”，引申为“隐士”或“孤独的人”。

例句

1. The writer chose to live as a recluse in the mountains to focus on his work.

这位作家选择隐居在山区，以专注于他的创作。

2. Many people believe that recluses are unhappy, but some enjoy their solitude.

许多人认为隐士是不快乐的，但有些人享受孤独。

3. She became a recluse after losing her job and avoided social gatherings.

她在失业后变得隐居，避免参加社交活动。