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estranged

[ɪˈstreɪndʒd]

estranged Definition

  • 1(of a person) no longer close or affectionate to someone; alienated
  • 2(of a wife or husband) no longer living with their spouse

Using estranged: Examples

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

  • Example

    He became estranged from his family after moving abroad.

  • Example

    The couple is currently estranged and living separately.

  • Example

    She felt estranged from her old friends after changing schools.

estranged Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for estranged

Phrases with estranged

  • estranged husband/wife

    a husband or wife who is no longer living with their spouse

    Example

    Her estranged husband refused to pay child support.

  • a relationship between two people who were once close but are now distant or disconnected

    Example

    Their estranged relationship was strained by years of miscommunication.

  • estranged siblings

    siblings who are no longer close or affectionate to each other

    Example

    The estranged siblings hadn't spoken in years until their mother's funeral.

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Summary: estranged in Brief

The term 'estranged' [ɪˈstreɪndʒd] refers to a person who is no longer close or affectionate to someone, often due to miscommunication or distance. It can also refer to a spouse who is no longer living with their partner. Examples include 'He became estranged from his family after moving abroad.' and 'The couple is currently estranged and living separately.' The adjective extends into phrases like 'estranged husband/wife' and 'estranged siblings,' denoting a lack of closeness.

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