Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
isolation
Noun
/ˌaɪsəˈleɪʃən/
Definition
The condition of being separated from others.
Examples
- The patient was kept in isolation to prevent the spread of infection.
- His isolation from friends led to feelings of loneliness.
- The isolation of the rural community made it difficult for them to access resources.
Meaning
Isolation refers to the state of being alone or away from others, often resulting in a lack of social contact.
Synonyms
- Seclusion
- Loneliness
- Solitude
- Segregation
- Separation
