ESTRANGE Synonyms: 57 Similar and Opposite Words

Q: How does the verb 'estrange' contrast with its synonyms?

The words alienate and disaffect are common synonyms of estrange . While all three words mean "to cause one to break a bond of affection or loyalty," estrange implies the development of indifference or hostility with consequent separation or divorcement. // his estranged wife

Q: When could 'alienate' be used to replace 'estrange'?

The words alienate and estrange are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, alienate may or may not suggest separation but always implies loss of affection or interest. // managed to alienate all his coworkers

Q: When would 'disaffect' be a good substitute for 'estrange'?

The words disaffect and estrange can be used in similar contexts, but disaffect refers especially to those from whom loyalty is expected and stresses the effects (such as rebellion or discontent) of alienation without actual separation. // troops disaffected by hunger

estrange

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i-ˈstrānj

Definition of estrange next

as in to infuriate

to cause to change from friendly or loving to unfriendly or uncaring she estranged several of her coworkers when she let her promotion go to her head

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How does the verb estrange contrast with its synonyms?

The words alienate and disaffect are common synonyms of estrange. While all three words mean "to cause one to break a bond of affection or loyalty," estrange implies the development of indifference or hostility with consequent separation or divorcement.

his estranged wife

When could alienate be used to replace estrange?

The words alienate and estrange are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, alienate may or may not suggest separation but always implies loss of affection or interest.

managed to alienate all his coworkers

When would disaffect be a good substitute for estrange?

The words disaffect and estrange can be used in similar contexts, but disaffect refers especially to those from whom loyalty is expected and stresses the effects (such as rebellion or discontent) of alienation without actual separation.

troops disaffected by hunger

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Recent Examples on the Web Read More: Biden Drops Out of Presidential Race, Endorses Harris to Replace Him The horrific events of that afternoon transformed Johnson, who had been estranged from Kennedy’s inner circle and despondent in a job with little power. —

Marc J. Selverstone / Made By History, TIME, 12 Aug. 2024 Simone had recently fled America in the face of mounting tax bills and was estranged from her husband, who managed her money. —

Vann R. Newkirk Ii, The Atlantic, 2 Aug. 2024 Pang was romantically involved with Lennon from late 1973 to 1975 while he was estranged from his wife, Yoko Ono. —

Mary Carole McCauley, Baltimore Sun, 11 July 2024 Among the people who came to say their final goodbyes was her father and her grandmother, with whom Mama June is estranged. —

Esther Kang, Peoplemag, 29 June 2024 See all Example Sentences for estrange

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