Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

alienation

noun

/ˌeɪ.li.əˈneɪ.ʃən/

Definition

The state of being isolated or estranged from a group or an individual’s environment.

Examples

The alienation he felt from his peers made him withdraw from social activities.
Many people experience alienation in large cities where individual connections are hard to establish.

Meaning

Alienation refers to the feeling of disconnection or separation from others or from one’s surroundings. It can occur in social contexts, emotional situations, or in relation to oneself.