disassociated 1 of 2

adjective

as in withdrawn

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verb

past tense of disassociate
as in divided
to set or force apart the company tried to disassociate itself from the rest of the industry, which is widely viewed as corrupt

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Recent Examples of disassociated
Adjective
The sentencing came after 10 people, including Smith's wife and father, read their statements addressing Jones, who would shift from listening intently to looking down and appearing disassociated. — Jade Jackson, IndyStar, 16 Jan. 2026 Linda is so disassociated from her body and herself. — Fran Hoepfner, Vulture, 10 Oct. 2025 Linda is so disassociated from the experience that’s happening to her. — Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 9 Oct. 2025 That’s all gotten very disenfranchised or disassociated because of the spreading out and now technology interfering with that sense of community. — Frank Digiacomo, Billboard, 3 Sep. 2019 Montalvo Peña’s audition gets across in just a few minutes Aje’s distinctive blend of perk, pluck and pastel-pink girlishness spiked with a generous dollop of disassociated delusionality. — Leslie Felperin, HollywoodReporter, 3 Sep. 2019
Verb
Comedian George Lopez recently disassociated from the Dodgers and Lakers, citing Walter's ties to GEO Group, a private prison company operating ICE detention centers for profit. — Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026 As a result, the Universal Zulu Nation disassociated itself from its founder. — Tom Tapp, Deadline, 9 Apr. 2026 Can the bewitching kindness be disassociated from the defining unkindness at the heart of Southern history, visible in the portraits of Confederates in the lobby of the Lafayette Hotel? — Rosa Lyster, Harpers Magazine, 30 Dec. 2025 The drugged murderers are disassociated in every sense. — Literary Hub, 23 Oct. 2025 In southern Gaza, the Abu Shabab militia is widely reviled, and Abu Shabab’s own family has disassociated itself from him and called for his death. — Leila Seurat, Foreign Affairs, 26 Aug. 2025 Celebrities who have disassociated themselves from the Kennedy Center this year include Rhiannon Giddens, Issa Rae, Renee Fleming, Shonda Rhimes and Ben Folds. — Lars Brandle, Billboard, 3 Sep. 2019
Recent Examples of Synonyms for disassociated
  1. withdrawn
  2. divided
  3. isolated
  4. separated
  5. retired
  6. disconnected
  7. insulated
  8. split
Adjective
  • In an era of ball-to-feet No 10s and withdrawn strikers, Welbeck stays high up the pitch, runs the channels and occupies defenders.
    — Liam Tharme, New York Times, 27 July 2026
  • The withdrawn earnings are taxed as ordinary income, the Treasury said.
    — Jessica Dickler, CNBC, 11 July 2026
Definition of withdrawn
Verb
  • While the class was divided between protectionists and free-traders, the teacher gave no indication of his own views, and the textbook presented objective facts along with arguments from both sides.
    — Livia Gershon, JSTOR Daily, 1 Sep. 2026
  • The jury, says Rahmani, may be divided on her insanity defense.
    — Christine Pelisek, PEOPLE, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of divided
Adjective
  • 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
Definition of isolated
Verb
  • Festivalgoers were never forced to choose between artists, as sets were separated by 10-minute breaks, preventing overlap.
    — Anthony Robledo, USA Today, 31 Aug. 2026
  • Both can be separated and opened as needed via long white drapes.
    — Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 31 Aug. 2026
Definition of separated
Adjective
  • The serial killer drama sees retired detective Pete Willis (Robert De Niro) investigate the kidnapping of his grandson Jake (Acston Luca Porto) while trying to reconnect with his estranged son Tom (Adam Scott).
    — Wesley Stenzel, Entertainment Weekly, 28 Aug. 2026
  • The story follows Masterji, a retired schoolteacher whose refusal to go along with those around him places him in direct conflict with his own community.
    — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 27 Aug. 2026
Definition of retired
Verb
  • And, often, the material is so technical that it is disconnected from real-world use, leading to even less engagement and retention.
    — Jason Corso, Time, 26 Aug. 2026
  • Media already selected for AI training may remain in Google's training systems after it has been disconnected from your account.
    — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 24 Aug. 2026
Definition of disconnected
Adjective
  • Bud Light is introducing the Can-O-Flage, an insulated beer can sleeve that holds any beer can and still reps your favorite NFL team.
    — Mike Snider, USA Today, 1 Sep. 2026
  • In warmer months, an insulated tote or cooler bag protects dairy, meat and eggs on the walk home.
    — Lauren Schuster, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of insulated
Verb
  • Kazan writes the entire series, sharing one co-writing credit with Alexander Chee for Episode 6, while Garth Davis and Laure de Clermont-Tonnerre split directorial duties.
    — Wilson Chapman, IndieWire, 2 Sep. 2026
  • The season brings back the franchise’s ‘Cutthroat’ format, splitting 24 competitors into three teams battling for a share of $500,000.
    — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 2 Sep. 2026
Definition of split

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“Disassociated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/disassociated. Accessed 5 Sep. 2026.

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