Definition of Isolated
Quick Meaning of Isolated
Alone or separate. Cut off from others or not connected.
Detailed Definition of Isolated
Separated from others; standing or existing alone without connection or contact.
How to Pronounce Isolated
Stress pattern: Oooo (4-syllable word).
Tip: Stress first syllable: I-so-lay-tid. The second part has three syllables.
Watch out: iso-LAY-ted (wrong stress) or i-SO-lated (missing syllable)
Origin and Etymology of Isolated
From French 'isoler' (to make solitary). Italian 'isola' (island) + Latin '-ate' (adjective suffix).
How to Use Isolated in a Sentence
Each example shows “isolated” with a CEFR level so learners can pick examples that match their fluency.
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“The isolated village had no roads connecting it to nearby towns.”
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“During the pandemic, many people felt isolated from their friends and family.”
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“The researcher studied isolated cases of the rare disease.”
Synonyms and Antonyms of Isolated
Common Synonyms for Isolated
Smart Synonyms for Isolated — When to Use Each
- separate
- Physically or socially detached from a group
- remote
- Geographically distant and difficult to access
- solitary
- Alone; emphasizes solitude or being single
Antonyms of Isolated
Common Collocations with Isolated
These phrases pair with “isolated” in everyday English:
- isolated incident
- isolated village
- isolated person
- feel isolated
- become isolated
Common Mistakes When Using Isolated
Even fluent speakers slip up with “isolated”. Here’s how to avoid the most common errors:
- ✗ Wrong: He is isolated from society.
- ✓ Correct: He is isolated from society or He feels isolated.
- Why: Isolated can mean physically separate (with 'from') or emotionally alone (alone, no preposition needed).
- ✗ Wrong: The isolated was difficult to understand.
- ✓ Correct: The isolated case was difficult to understand.
- Why: Isolated is an adjective; it must modify a noun.
Words Confused With Isolated
- Isolated vs Isolated vs. insulated: Similar sound but different: isolated=alone, insulated=protected/insulated from heat
Other Forms of Isolated
- Noun: isolation
- Verb: isolate
- Adjective: isolated
- Adverb: isolatedly
Frequently Asked Questions About Isolated
What is the meaning of "Isolated"?
Alone or separate. Cut off from others or not connected.
How do you pronounce "Isolated"?
The IPA is /ˈaɪsəleɪtɪd/. Stress first syllable: I-so-lay-tid. The second part has three syllables.
What part of speech is "Isolated"?
"Isolated" is an adjective at B2 level (Common European Framework).
What are synonyms for "Isolated"?
Common synonyms include alone, separate, detached.
How do you use "Isolated" in a sentence?
For example: "The isolated village had no roads connecting it to nearby towns."