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