isolated

[ˈaɪsəleɪtɪd]

isolated Definition

  • 1detached or separate from other things or people; alone or lonely
  • 2not connected to a power supply

Using isolated: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "isolated" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The small village was isolated from the rest of the world.

  • Example

    She felt isolated and alone in the big city.

  • Example

    The house was isolated from the main road.

  • Example

    The island was completely isolated during the storm.

isolated Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for isolated

Phrases with isolated

  • an event or occurrence that is not part of a pattern or trend

    Example

    The accident was an isolated incident and not indicative of any larger safety issues.

  • a physical system that does not interact with its surroundings

    Example

    A thermos bottle is an example of an isolated system.

  • a location that is far away from other places and difficult to reach

    Example

    The cabin in the woods was an isolated place, perfect for a quiet retreat.

Origins of isolated

from French 'isolé', from Italian 'isolato', from Latin 'insulatus', meaning 'made into an island'

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Summary: isolated in Brief

The term 'isolated' [ˈaɪsəleɪtɪd] refers to being detached or separate from other things or people, often resulting in loneliness. It can also mean not connected to a power supply. Examples include 'The small village was isolated from the rest of the world.' and 'The house was isolated from the main road.' Phrases like 'isolated incident' denote an event that is not part of a pattern, while 'isolated system' refers to a physical system that does not interact with its surroundings.

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