Meaning
alienation
- the feeling of isolation or estrangement from society or oneself
- legal transfer of ownership or property rights to another party
In a sentence
Molti scrittori del Novecento hanno affrontato il tema dell'alienazione.
Many twentieth-century writers addressed the theme of alienation.
Il ritmo frenetico del lavoro moderno può provocare un senso di alienazione.
The frantic pace of modern work can cause a sense of alienation.
L'atto notarile ha confermato l'alienazione dell'immobile a terzi.
The notarial deed confirmed the transfer of the property to third parties.
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| alienazione | feminine · singular |
| alienazioni | feminine · plural |
Usage notes
- Common in sociology, philosophy, and psychology to discuss modern social disaffection.
- In legal terminology, it denotes the disposal or transfer of assets.