claustration

/ˌklɔːstrəˈneɪʃən/; /ˌklɔːstrɪˈneɪʃən/

Definitions

1. noun

The state of being confined or imprisoned, often in a place of one’s own choice, such as a room or a monastery.

“The monk’s life of claustration allowed him to focus on his spiritual development.”

Synonyms

  • confinement
  • imprisonment
  • seclusion

Antonyms

  • freedom
  • liberty