Pronunciation: /ˈeɪ.li.əˌneɪ.tɪd/
verb To cause someone to feel isolated or estranged.
A1 She felt alienated from her classmates because she was new to the school.
A2 The employee felt alienated from the team after the disagreement.
B1 The changes in the company's policies alienated many long-time employees.
B2 His controversial opinions alienated him from his friends.
C1 The author's unconventional writing style alienated some readers.
C2 The politician's scandalous behavior alienated many of his supporters.
adjective Feeling isolated or estranged.
A1 She felt alienated from her classmates because she was new to the school.
A2 The language barrier made him feel alienated in the foreign country.
B1 The company's strict policies alienated many employees.
B2 His controversial opinions often alienated him from his friends.
C1 The political leader's divisive rhetoric alienated a large portion of the population.
C2 The artist's avant-garde style initially alienated critics, but eventually gained recognition.
adverb In a manner that causes someone to feel isolated or estranged.
A1 She felt alienated from her classmates because she was new to the school.
A2 The language barrier made him feel alienated in the foreign country.
B1 The lack of communication in the office alienated her from the rest of the team.
B2 His controversial opinions often alienated him from his colleagues.
C1 The political scandal alienated the public from supporting the candidate.
C2 The company's unethical practices alienated customers and led to a decrease in sales.
formal The new policies implemented by the company have alienated many long-time employees.
informal I feel alienated from my friends ever since I moved to a different city.
slang She's been acting so strange lately, like she's totally alienated from reality.
figurative The artist's unique style alienated some traditional art critics, but gained a strong following among younger audiences.
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