Estranged from Meaning in English
expression · lemma: estrange from
Definition
To be no longer close or friendly with someone, often due to a conflict or a long separation, especially between family members or close friends.
Usage & Nuances
Slightly formal. Commonly used with 'be' verbs: 'He is estranged from his family.' Refers to emotional and/or physical distancing, not just arguments. Not the same as 'divorced'—one can be 'estranged from' a spouse without legal separation.
Example Sentences
He is estranged from his parents.
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After the argument, she became estranged from her best friend.
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They have been estranged from each other for years.
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I'm a bit estranged from my cousins these days—we barely talk anymore.
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We used to be close, but now I'm estranged from my sister because of a big misunderstanding.
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His parents don't know he's living here—he's been estranged from them for a long time.
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