Sequestered
mediumNeutral tonesih-KWES-terd
adjective
Definition
Isolated and hidden away
Memory hook
A SEQUESTERED jury is hidden away — isolated and removed from the outside world.
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Examples
“The sequestered village had no contact with the outside world.”
“She lived a sequestered life away from public scrutiny.”
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“The ______ village had no contact with the outside world.”
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GRE Tip
Sequestered is a medium-difficulty GRE word. On the GRE, you might see it paired with synonyms like "secluded" or "cloistered" in Sentence Equivalence questions. Look for contrast clues (however, despite, although) that signal the opposite meaning. Words like "exposed".
Related GRE Words
cloistered
Secluded from the world; sheltered from outside influences
solitary
Done or existing alone; single; isolated
reclusive
avoiding the company of others; seeking solitude
antisocial
Contrary to the laws and customs of society; avoiding social interaction
abate
To reduce in amount, degree, or intensity
abiding
Lasting for a long time; enduring and unchanging
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