Isolés (en. Isolated)
/izole/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
adjective
Who is separated, distant from others.
Inhabitants of the islands are often isolated from the mainland.
Les habitants des îles sont souvent isolés du continent.
Who lacks social contact.
She felt very isolated in her new city.
Elle se sentait très isolée dans sa nouvelle ville.
Who is recognized as being apart.
In this group, he is considered an isolated member.
Dans ce groupe, il est considéré comme un membre isolé.
Etymology
From the verb 'isoler', derived from Latin 'insolatus'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to be isolated
To be in a situation of solitude.
être isolé
isolated group
A group that does not communicate with the rest.
groupe isolé
isolated islands
Islands far from any frequent contact.
îles isolées
social isolation
Situation where a person is excluded from society.
isolement social
Related Words
isolation
State of being alone or separated from others.
isolement
to isolate
To separate something or someone from others.
isoler
recluse
A person who lives outside of society.
reclus
Slang Meanings
Being out of the social circuit.
After his move, he became really isolated.
Après son déménagement, il est devenu vraiment isolé.
Not having contact with friends.
She is isolated; she never goes out.
Elle est isolée, elle ne sort jamais.