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to alienate
verbgeneral usecommon/ɐljɛˈnar/a·li·e·nar
Definitions
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To transfer ownership of property or a right to another person.
Usage examples
“He decided to alienate his shares in the company.”
“The law restricts the power to alienate public land.”
Common combinations
to alienate propertyto alienate assetsto alienate rights
2
To cause someone to feel isolated, estranged, or disconnected.
Usage examples
“His harsh criticism alienated his colleagues.”
“The policy alienated a significant portion of the electorate.”
Common combinations
to alienate someoneto feel alienated