alienation

• Nom désignant l'état ou le processus d'isolement, de détachement ou de séparation d'avec un groupe, la société ou ses propres sentiments ; il peut aussi renvoyer à la cession juridique d'un droit de propriété.

A noun referring to the state or process of being isolated, estranged, or separated from a group, society, or one's own feelings; it can also refer to the legal transfer of property ownership.

indénombrable

1. Feeling of isolationB2formal

   The state of feeling isolated, estranged, or disconnected from others or from society.

   Sentiment d'isolement

   • Many workers experience a sense of alienation in large corporations.
   • The novel explores the protagonist's deep alienation from his community.
   • Urban life can sometimes lead to feelings of alienation.

   Synonymesdetachmentdisaffectiondisconnectiondistanceestrangementisolationremotenessseparation

   Antonymesaffiliationbelongingconnectioninclusionintegration

2. Separation due to hostilityB2formal

   A state of separation or estrangement caused by unfriendliness or opposition.

   Aliénation (séparation due à l'hostilité)

   • Political alienation grew between the two factions.
   • The alienation between the siblings was the result of a bitter argument.
   • Years of misunderstanding led to their complete alienation.

   Synonymesdetachmentdisaffectiondivisionestrangementisolationruptureseparation

   Antonymesaccordrapprochementreconciliationsolidarityunity

3. Transfer of propertyC1formallegal

   The legal act of voluntarily transferring ownership or title of real property from one person to another.

   Aliénation (transfert de propriété)

   • The deed of alienation was signed by both parties.
   • Alienation of the estate required court approval.
   • The lawyer explained the process of property alienation.

   Synonymesassignmentconveyancedeedsaletransfer

   Antonymeskeepingpossessionretention

4. Act of making unfriendlyC1formal

   The action of causing someone to become unfriendly or indifferent.

   Action de rendre quelqu'un hostile ou indifférent

   • His constant criticism led to the alienation of his friends.
   • The policy resulted in the alienation of many voters.
   • Alienation of the staff was an unintended consequence of the new rules.

   Synonymesdetachmentdisaffectiondivisionestrangementseparation

   Antonymesengagementinvolvement