The term 'SECLUSION' refers to a state of being alone or isolated from the rest of society. Two crossword solutions for this term are 'HERMIT' and 'RECLUSE'. A HERMIT is someone who lives in complete isolation from society, often in a remote location such as a cave or forest. A RECLUSE is someone who lives in SECLUSION, usually in their own home, and avoids contact with other people. Both hermits and recluses choose to live in SECLUSION, either for spiritual or personal reasons.