isolation
/ˌaɪsəˈleɪʃən/
CEFR level B2Topic SocietyWord #3972 in the learning path
孤立；隔绝
Definitions
n. The state of being separated from other people or places.
孤立；隔绝
n. Keeping someone or something apart to prevent contact or infection.
隔离
Example
Weekly visits from neighbours helped reduce her sense of isolation.
邻居每周的探望帮助减轻了她的孤独感。
Investment in community centres may reduce social isolation among older residents who live alone.
投资建设社区中心可能减少独居老年居民的社会孤立感。
Collocations
- social isolation
- in isolation
- isolation ward
- a sense of isolation
Word family
- isolate (v.)
- isolated (adj.)
- isolating (adj.)
Synonyms
- separation
- seclusion
Antonyms
- integration
Usage tip
in isolation可指独自，也可指脱离背景单独考虑。
FAQ
- What does isolation mean?
- The state of being separated from other people or places. Keeping someone or something apart to prevent contact or infection.
- How is isolation pronounced?
- UK /ˌaɪsəˈleɪʃən/, US /ˌaɪsəˈleɪʃən/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
