isolation

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Word parts

isolate + -ion

Pronunciation

Noun

Singular
isolation

Plural
isolations

  1. (uncountable) When something is isolated, not together with others, apart, alone, or separated.
    Some people in Tibet live in isolation because of the large mountain ranges.
  2. (diplomacy) When a country chooses not to trade or relate with other countries.
    The isolation of North Korea is a common topic in politics.

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