Isolated

Definition

Separated from others; alone.

Parts of Speech

• Adjective

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˈaɪsəˌleɪtɪd/
• Respelling: EYE-so-lay-tid (with "EYE" as in "my," "so" as in "go," "lay" as in "say," and "tid" as in "did")

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˈaɪsəˌleɪtɪd/
• Respelling: EYE-suh-lay-tid (with "EYE" as in "my," "suh" as in "sofa," "lay" as in "say," and "tid" as in "did")

In both dialects, "isolated" places the primary stress on the first syllable, "EYE," and the secondary stress on "lay." The pronunciation is the same across both American and British English, focusing on the clear articulation of "EYE-so-lay-tid" (American) and "EYE-suh-lay-tid" (British).

Etymology

From the verb "isolate", which is derived from the Italian "isolato", from Latin "īnsulātus" (made into an island), from "īnsula" (island).

Derivatives

• Isolation (noun)
• Isolate (verb)
• Isolating (verb, present participle)
• Isolatedness (noun)
• Re-isolated (verb)

Synonyms

• Solitary
• Secluded
• Separate

Antonyms

• Connected
• Combined
• Unified

Usage

The term "isolated" is used in various contexts, including social situations, geographic descriptions, and scientific conditions. It often implies a lack of contact with others or a situation that is distinct and separate.

Related Terms

• Loneliness
• Seclusion
• Alienation
• Solitude
• Insulation

Detailed Definition

Adjective:

• Isolated (Adjective): Far away from other places, buildings, or people; remote.
  • Example: "They lived in an isolated cabin in the woods."

• Isolated (Adjective): Having minimal contact or little in common with others.
  • Example: "She felt isolated in her new school because she didn't know anyone."

• Isolated (Adjective): Single; exceptional.
  • Example: "There were a few isolated incidents of vandalism."

Note: The term "isolated" often implies a state or condition of being alone, either due to circumstances or by choice. It can refer to both physical and emotional separateness.