Alienated
/ˈeɪliəˌneɪtɪd/
Definitions
- (adj.) Having had legal rights, property, or interests transferred or lost to another party.
The alienated property was no longer under his ownership after the sale.
- (adj.) Separated from legal rights or claims; estranged in terms of legal entitlement.
The heir became alienated from the estate due to a contested will.
Forms
- alienate
- alienates
- alienating
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Commentary
Typically used in property and contract law to describe the transfer or loss of rights; avoid confusing with emotional or social alienation which lack legal consequence.
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