alienation
Alienation (noun) means the feeling of being isolated or estranged from other people or society. Example: “Long hours of remote work left him with a growing sense of alienation.”
How to use alienation
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA feeling of being disconnected or shut out, or formally, the legal transfer of property.
Word forms
alienations plural
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Etymology
From Latin alienatio, from alienare ("to estrange" or "to transfer ownership").
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Frequently asked questions
What does “alienation” mean?
The word “alienation” means the feeling of being isolated or estranged from other people or society. In plain terms, a feeling of being disconnected or shut out, or formally, the legal transfer of property.
How do you pronounce “alienation”?
“Alienation” is pronounced ay-lee-uh-NAY-shuhn (/ˌeɪli.əˈneɪʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “alienation” in a sentence?
Here is “alienation” used in a sentence: “Long hours of remote work left him with a growing sense of alienation.”
What part of speech is “alienation”?
“Alienation” is a noun.
Where does the word “alienation” come from?
The word “alienation” comes from Latin. From Latin alienatio, from alienare ("to estrange" or "to transfer ownership").
Is “alienation” a common word?
“Alienation” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “alienation” have?
“Alienation” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the feeling of being isolated or estranged from other people or society.
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