insulate
0 antonyms and opposites of insulate, grouped by meaning.
Verb — To cover or surround something with material to stop heat, cold, sound, or electricity from passing through.
How to use insulate
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Latin insula, "island," plus the -ate suffix — the idea of turning something into its own isolated "island."
Full origin of insulate →Frequently asked questions
What does “insulate” mean?
The word “insulate” means to cover or surround something with material to stop heat, cold, sound, or electricity from passing through. In plain terms, to wrap something to block a transfer (heat, sound, electricity), or to shield someone from a bad influence.
How do you pronounce “insulate”?
“Insulate” is pronounced IHNS-yuu-layt (/ˈɪnsʊleɪt/ in IPA).
How do you use “insulate” in a sentence?
Here is “insulate” used in a sentence: “They insulated the attic to cut down on heating bills.”
What is another word for “insulate”?
Words with a similar meaning to “insulate” include isolate.
What part of speech is “insulate”?
“Insulate” is a verb.
Where does the word “insulate” come from?
The word “insulate” comes from Latin. From Latin insula, "island," plus the -ate suffix — the idea of turning something into its own isolated "island.".
How many meanings does “insulate” have?
“Insulate” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to cover or surround something with material to stop heat, cold, sound, or electricity from passing through.