isolation — the process or fact of isolating or being isolated; complete separation from others
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the process or fact of isolating or being isolated; complete separation from others
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌaɪsəˈleɪʃən/
Example Sentences
- After binge-watching Netflix for a week straight, Jake realized his social isolation had reached dangerous levels when he started having conversations with his houseplants.
- The COVID-19 pandemic led to unprecedented levels of isolation for many people worldwide.
- Scientists study bacteria in isolation to understand how they behave without external influences.
isolation
NOUN[/ˌaɪsəˈleɪʃən/]
the process or fact of isolating or being isolated; complete separation from others
A person experiences complete isolation on a remote island
The lost camper experienced isolation after becoming separated from the group. (ISOLATION → IS + ALONE → the state of being alone)
After the isolation of the dangerous area, separation of the crowd made evacuation safe.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Latin 'insula' meaning 'island,' which was adapted into the verb 'isolate' (to separate or cut off). The suffix '-tion' was then appended to form the noun, reflecting the concept of being completely separated as if stranded alone on an uninhabited island.
Breakdown
isolate (to set apart, derived from Latin insula meaning island) + -tion (noun-forming suffix indicating an action or state).
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📝Examples
“After binge-watching Netflix for a week straight, Jake realized his social isolation had reached dangerous levels when he started having conversations with his houseplants.”
“The COVID-19 pandemic led to unprecedented levels of isolation for many people worldwide.”
“Scientists study bacteria in isolation to understand how they behave without external influences.”
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