Insulate

/ˈɪn.sə.leɪt/

Meaning & Definition

verb

To protect from the undesirable effects of something, especially heat or electricity.

We need to insulate the walls of the house to keep it warm in the winter.

To prevent the passage of something.

The company decided to insulate their new product from market volatility by diversifying their portfolio.

To separate something from outside influences.

It's important to insulate yourself emotionally when dealing with difficult situations.

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

insulate from:

To keep something safe from external influences.

thermal insulation:

Material that reduces heat transfer.

sound insulation:

Material used to block sound.

To keep someone at a distance mentally or emotionally.

He tends to insulate himself from drama.

To put up emotional walls to protect oneself.

After the breakup, she started to insulate herself from new people.