Definition

To cause someone to feel unfriendly or distant; to make someone feel like they no longer belong or are connected.

Example

The constant arguments began to estrange them from each other.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I've noticed that his attitude seems to estrange him from the rest of the group.

Yeah, it's like he doesn't even want to be around us anymore.

I wonder what made him feel so estrange in the first place.

Maybe he feels like we don't understand him anymore.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Estrange → It is formed from "ex-" (meaning out of or away) and "strangiare" (from Latin, meaning to make strange or to alienate). The word "estrange" means to make someone feel alienated or to cause a separation from a familiar relationship.

Memory Tip

Think of someone being pushed 'away' ('ex-') from a relationship, making them feel 'strange' or alienated.

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