Alienate
/ˈeɪ.li.ə.neɪt/
Definitions
- (v.) To cause someone to feel isolated or estranged.
His rude comments began to alienate his colleagues.
- (v.) To transfer property or rights to another party.
The owner alienated the land through a formal sale.
Forms
- alienates
- alienated
- alienating
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Commentary
In legal contexts, alienate often pertains to transferring property rights rather than just causing estrangement.
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