cloistered
Secluded or sheltered from the outside world, often to the point of being isolated or protected from unpleasant realities. / Living in a monastery or convent, specifically under a vow of seclusion from the general public.
Adjective
This term evokes a sense of deliberate separation, suggesting a boundary—physical or social—that keeps the external world at bay. While it can describe a literal religious setting, it often carries a connotation of fragility or naivety when applied to people, implying they have been kept in a state of artificial innocence or ignorance.
In a social context, the word suggests a protective bubble that prevents exposure to hardship or conflict. This differs from simple solitude or privacy, as it implies a structured environment of sheltering, often imposed by an institution or a protective family unit.