Isolation

/ˌaɪ.səˈleɪ.ʃən/

Meaning & Definition

noun

the state of being physically separated from others; solitude.

After moving to a new city, she felt a sense of isolation away from her family and friends.

a situation in which someone is separated from others or kept apart to prevent the spread of disease or infection.

The patient was placed in isolation to avoid spreading the virus to others.

the condition of being alone or apart from others.

He opted for isolation in the mountains to find peace and clarity in his thoughts.

the state of being set apart from the surrounding environment or community.

The island's isolation made it a unique ecosystem, untouched by modern development.

From Latin 'insulationem', from 'insula' meaning 'island'.

social isolation

a state where an individual has minimal contact with others.

isolation ward

a hospital room for patients with infectious diseases.

self-isolation

the practice of staying at home to prevent contagion.

isolate

to set apart from others; to separate.

isolated

far away from other places, buildings, or people; remote.

sequester

to isolate or hide away.

going off the grid

After that stressful week, I just needed to go off the grid for some isolation.

hermit mode

I’m in full hermit mode this weekend, no social media, just isolation.