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View synonyms for isolation

isolation

[ ahy-suh-ley-shuhn, is-uh- ]

noun

  1. an act or instance of isolating. isolating.
  2. the state of being isolated. isolated.
  3. the complete separation from others of a person suffering from contagious or infectious disease; quarantine.

    Synonyms: segregation

  4. the separation of a nation from other nations by isolationism.
  5. Psychoanalysis. a process whereby an idea or memory is divested of its emotional component.
  6. Sociology. social isolation.


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Other Words From

  • anti-iso·lation adjective
  • posti·so·lation adjective
  • rei·so·lation noun
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Word History and Origins

Origin of isolation1

First recorded in 1825–35; isolate + -ion
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Example Sentences

Supporters say the change is needed to better cement social ties and reduce isolation - but critics warn of health risks through alcoholism.

From BBC

We just showed the effect that the pandemic had on our doctors and the isolation and loneliness that they had to go through.

“The mass layoffs of federal workers aren’t happening in isolation. The federal government provides a huge number of contracts and grants to other organizations, which also support jobs,” Lacko said.

From Salon

Then came the isolation of the early pandemic shutdowns.

That by ending Moscow's isolation and seeking a quick ceasefire he risks emboldening Putin, weakening Europe and leaving Ukraine open to being devoured.

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isolatingˌisoˌlation