isolation
[noun]
Synonyms: separation, detachment, remoteness, seclusion, segregation, solitude

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i‧so‧la‧tion AC /ˌaɪsəˈleɪʃən/ noun [uncountable]
[Word Family: noun: isolation, isolationism, isolationist; adjective: isolated, isolationist; verb: isolate]

1. when one group, person, or thing is separate from others:
Because of its geographical isolation, the area developed its own unique culture.
isolation of
the isolation of rural areas
international/diplomatic/political isolation
the country’s continuing political isolation
in isolation
The political prisoner had been held in complete isolation.
The mansion sits in splendid isolation on top of the hill (=it is far from everything and looks impressive).
isolation hospital/ward British English:
Scarlet fever victims had to go to the isolation hospital.
a patient’s isolation period

2. when someone feels alone and unable to meet or speak to other people:
Retirement can often cause feelings of isolation.
elderly people living in social isolation

3. in isolation (from something) if something exists or is considered in isolation, it exists or is considered separately from other things that are connected with it:
The future of health care cannot be considered in isolation from economic factors.

[TahlilGaran] Dictionary of Contemporary English ▲

isolation
noun
ADJ. complete, total | enforced the enforced isolation of life in an Arctic weather station
diplomatic, geographical, political | international The country could face international isolation if it does not withdraw its troops.
emotional, social the social isolation of single mothers at home with their babies
VERB + ISOLATION experience, suffer (from) Many immigrants experience isolation.
ISOLATION + NOUN hospital, ward
PREP. in ~ The figures should not be looked at in isolation but as part of a pattern.
PHRASES in splendid isolation The tower stands in splendid isolation on the cliff edge.

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