Isolated

/ˈaɪ.sə.leɪ.tɪd/

Meaning & Definition

verb
To set apart or cut off from others.
The scientist isolated the bacteria to study its properties.
To consider or treat something separately from other things.
In her analysis, she isolated the factors contributing to the problem.
adjective
Separated from others; alone.
The isolated cabin in the woods provided the perfect retreat from city life.
Far away from other places, buildings, or people.
The village was so isolated that it could only be reached by a long dirt road.
Existing or happening in a particular place or situation without being connected to anything else.
He made an isolated decision without consulting his teammates.

Etymology

From Latin 'isolatus', past participle of 'isolare', meaning 'to isolate'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

isolationist
A person who advocates a policy of isolation.
socially isolated
Someone who lacks social interactions or contacts.
isolation room
A room where a person is kept separate for health or safety reasons.

Related Words

isolate
To set apart from others.
isolation
The condition of being alone or separated.
isolationism
A policy of remaining apart from the affairs of other groups.

Slang Meanings

Being out of the loop.
Since he moved away, he's been totally isolated from the group.
Ghosting someone.
After the breakup, she totally isolated him.