In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which is the best substitute of the phrase.
A person who withdraws from the world to live in seclusion and often in solitude

Options

A. iconoclast
B. recluse
C. sage
D. priest

Answer

B

Explanation

recluse : a person who lives alone and likes to avoid other people iconoclast : a person who criticizes popular beliefs/ established customs and ideas sage : a very wise person priest: a person who performs religious ceremonies