isolated

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adjective

iso·​lat·​ed ˈī-sə-ˌlā-təd How to pronounce isolated (audio)
also ˈi-
Synonyms of isolated
1
: occurring alone or once : unique
2
: sporadic

isolated

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past tense and past participle of isolate entry 1

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Examples of isolated in a Sentence

Adjective The town remains a very isolated community. The camp is located in an isolated area. The arrest was an isolated incident in his youth. a few isolated cases of vandalism
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Flooding rain, gusty winds, storm surge and isolated tornadoes are all possible, according to AccuWeather. — Cheryl McCloud, USA Today, 2 Sep. 2026 Researchers at the University of Idaho have discovered a new species of spider believed to be living only in an isolated forest area in north-central Idaho. — Harllie Stevenson, Idaho Statesman, 2 Sep. 2026 The birth-order advantage (Tim Ireland / Associated Press) To researchers, Serena’s rise is not an isolated miracle of genetics, but a classic expression of family dynamics. — Douglas Robson, Los Angeles Times, 2 Sep. 2026 The unexpected house guest was safely corralled into an isolated room until the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife arrived. — Michael Sinkewicz, FOXNews.com, 2 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for isolated

Word History

First Known Use

Adjective

1763, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of isolated was in 1763

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“Isolated.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/isolated. Accessed 4 Sep. 2026.

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