Meaning of the word separated in English

What does separated mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

separated

US /ˈsep.ə.reɪ.tɪd/

UK /ˈsep.ər.eɪ.tɪd/

no longer living with your husband, wife, or partner

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My parents have been separated for five years.

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She is separated from her husband but not divorced.

Synonym:

estranged apart split up divided

placed or kept apart; divided

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The children were separated into different groups.

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The two buildings are separated by a narrow alley.

Synonym:

divided detached disconnected isolated distinct

to cause to move or be apart

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The fence separated the two properties.

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You should separate the white clothes from the colored ones before washing.

Synonym:

divide detach disconnect isolate part