verb🔗ShareEnajenar, distanciarTo cause to feel less close or friendly; alienate. To cease contact with (particularly of a family member or spouse, especially in form estranged)."The argument with her sister completely estranged them; they haven't spoken in months. "La discusión con su hermana las distanció por completo; no se han hablado en meses.familyhumansocietyemotionmindconditionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb🔗ShareAlejar, enajenarTo remove from an accustomed place or set of associations."The noisy construction project estranged the family from their peaceful garden. "El ruidoso proyecto de construcción alejó a la familia de su tranquilo jardín.familymindhumanpersonsocietyemotionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
adjective🔗ShareDistanciado, separadoHaving become a stranger, of one who formerly was close, as a relative, friend, lover, or spouse."After a heated argument, Sarah felt estranged from her best friend, Emily, who had always been so close to her. "Después de una acalorada discusión, Sarah se sintió distanciada de su mejor amiga, Emily, que siempre había sido tan cercana a ella.familyhumanpersonemotionattitudesocietyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading