Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

estranger

verb
/ɪˈstreɪn.dʒər/
Definition
To alienate or make someone feel unwelcome.
Examples
  • Being overly critical can estranger friends rather than bring them closer.
  • He felt estranged from his family after moving to a different country.
Meaning
The act of distancing oneself from others or causing someone to feel isolated.
Synonyms
  • Alienate
  • Isolate
  • Withdraw
  • Distance