CEFR C1

estrangement

noun

Meaning

The state of being separated or alienated from someone, often a family member or friend, due to a breakdown in their relationship.

Examples

The political differences led to a painful estrangement between the two former allies.
She hoped to overcome the estrangement from her father after many years of silence.

Synonyms: alienation, separation, rift, disaffection

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estrangement (C1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ɪˈstreɪndʒmənt/

Definition

The state of being separated or alienated from someone, often a family member or friend, due to a breakdown in their relationship.

Examples

The political differences led to a painful estrangement between the two former allies.
She hoped to overcome the estrangement from her father after many years of silence.
His long working hours contributed to an increasing estrangement from his children.

How to Use estrangement

estrangement from (prepositional phrase): Separation or alienation from a specific person or group. — "Her estrangement from her sister lasted for nearly a decade."
cause estrangement (collocation): To be the reason for a separation in a relationship. — "Their differing views on money began to cause estrangement."

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Antonyms of estrangement

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