isolated
word · lemma: isolate
Definition
Separated from other people, places, or things, or far away from where others are. It can describe physical distance, lack of connection, or being kept apart.
Usage & Nuances
Common with places ('an isolated village'), people ('He felt isolated'), and situations in health/science ('isolated cases'). 'Isolated' often suggests being cut off; 'alone' is more neutral. In medicine, it can also mean kept separate to prevent spread.
Example Sentences
The house is isolated in the mountains.
basic
After moving, she felt isolated at school.
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The doctor kept the patient isolated for two days.
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Working from home all week can get pretty isolated.
natural
It wasn’t a big trend—just a few isolated incidents.
natural
He’s been feeling really isolated since his friends moved away.
natural