estrange

UK
/ɪˈstreɪndʒ/
US
/ɪˈstreɪndʒ/

Translations

estrangeverb
estranged
Past Simple
estranged
Past Participle
estranging
Gerund
UK
/ɪˈstreɪndʒ/
US
/ɪˈstreɪndʒ/
aliénerRendre distant ou hostile sur le plan affectif ou relationnel.
His constant criticism began to estrange him from his friends.
Ses critiques constantes ont commencé à l'aliéner de ses amis.
éloignerSéparer de son entourage, de ses habitudes ou de ses relations.
Harsh policies can estrange citizens from their government.
Des politiques sévères peuvent éloigner les citoyens de leur gouvernement.

Definitions

estrangeverb
To cause someone to be no longer close or affectionate to someone; to alienate.
His constant criticism began to estrange him from his friends.
To separate or remove (a person or group) from accustomed surroundings, relationships, or associations.
Harsh policies can estrange citizens from their government.