Vocabulary Entry

estranging

|verb • adjective

verb

To cause someone to be unfriendly or indifferent; to alienate.

Example Sentences

"His rude comments were estranging his friends."

"The political climate is estranging many from the democratic process."

"Long periods of silence can lead to estranging relationships."

adjective

Example Sentences

"Her estranging behavior left her feeling isolated at the party."

"The estranging effects of the new policy were evident in the team's morale."

"He wrote an estranging letter that pushed his relatives away."