adj Uncommon

estranged

Estranged (adj) means No longer close or on speaking terms with someone, especially a family member or spouse, after a falling-out. Example: “He hadn't spoken to his estranged brother in over a decade.”

adj

No longer close or on speaking terms with someone, especially a family member or spouse, after a falling-out.

"He hadn't spoken to his estranged brother in over a decade."

"She lives apart from her estranged husband while the divorce is finalized."

How to use estranged

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishCut off emotionally from someone close, usually family, after a rift or separation.

Common pairings

estranged husband estranged family estranged from become estranged

Word forms

more estranged comparative, most estranged superlative

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Rhymes for estranged

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Frequently asked questions

What does “estranged” mean?

The word “estranged” means no longer close or on speaking terms with someone, especially a family member or spouse, after a falling-out. In plain terms, cut off emotionally from someone close, usually family, after a rift or separation.

How do you use “estranged” in a sentence?

Here is “estranged” used in a sentence: “He hadn't spoken to his estranged brother in over a decade.”

What part of speech is “estranged”?

“Estranged” is an adjective.

Is “estranged” a common word?

“Estranged” is an uncommon word in modern English.