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Synonyms & Similar Words
alienation
separation
division
rift
breach
split
fissure
discord
dissension
disagreement
disaffection
detachment
isolation
loneliness
disconnection
withdrawal
retirement
seclusion
Abandonment
rejection
dismissal
exclusion
expulsion
ostracism
boycott
segregation
differentiation
distinction
divergence
deviation
noncooperation
noncompliance
disobedience
defiance
opposition
resistance
estrangement
dissidence
disloyalty
infidelity
treachery
betrayal
Meaning of Estrangement
The state of being isolated or disconnected from someone or something
Definitions
- The state of being alienated or separated from someone or something
- * A state of coldness or unfriendliness between people or groups
- * The act of estranging or the state of being estranged
Etymology of Estrangement
The word "estrangement" comes from the Old French word "estranger", which means "to alienate" or "to make strange"
This Old French word is derived from the Latin word "extraneare", which means "to make foreign" or "to alienate"
The word has been used in English since the 15th century to describe a state of disconnection or separation
Example Uses
- The couple's estrangement was a result of their constant arguing and lack of communication
- * The company's estrangement from its customers led to a significant decline in sales
- * The estrangement between the two countries was evident in their lack of diplomatic relations
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
reconciliation
reunification
unity
harmony
cooperation
collaboration
friendship
alliance
association
connection
attachment
closeness
intimacy
togetherness
solidarity
affinity
likeness
similarity
agreement
concord
conciliation
rapprochement
appeasement
pacification
mediation
arbitration