Meaning of the word estrangement in English

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

estrangement

US /ɪˈstreɪndʒ.mənt/
UK /ɪˈstreɪndʒ.mənt/
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Noun

the fact of no longer being on friendly terms or part of a social group

Example:
The estrangement between the two brothers lasted for over a decade.
She felt a sense of estrangement from her community after moving away.