Definitions
the act of isolating something; setting something apart from others
Word origin
First attested in 1800. From French isolation, from isolé, placed on an island (thus away from other people). Equivalent to isolate + -ion.
Used in a sentence
“She lived her final year in complete isolation, not wanting to see anybody.”
“Israel could offer to ease North Korea’s isolation with diplomatic recognition, […] ¶ […] But Washington’s strategy of increasing North Korean isolation left no room for back-channel talks with Tel Aviv, […]”
“Upon returning from the field, he went into isolation for a week so as not to infect anyone with potential diseases.”
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Used as a crossword answer1 curated clues
01“Being alone”9 letters
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