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Definition alienation in American English

alienation noun

[uncountable] noun
/ˌeɪliəˈneɪʃ(ə)n/
1

the feeling that you do not belong in a particular society, place, or group

Example

The novel is a portrait of teenage alienation.

Synonyms and related words
widow solitude isolation
2

the process of making someone dislike you, or not want to help or support you

Example

The party is now suffering for its alienation of women voters.

Synonyms and related words
cruelty evil abuse
3

the process of giving someone something such as property or rights

Example

Restrictions were placed on the alienation of her property.

Synonyms and related words
abatable accrual alienate
Definition alienation in American English