insulate

Intermediate

/ˈɪn.səˌleɪt/

verb
To separate or protect from outside influences

insulate in a sentence

  • “They insulate the room to keep it warm.”
  • “They used a special type of fiberglass to insulate the attic.”
  • “A material that is able to insulate against cold.”
  • “The company has tried to insulate itself from the region's political turmoil.”

What does “insulate” mean?

insulate (verb) means to separate or protect from outside influences. It is pronounced /ˈɪn.səˌleɪt/. Vocaby pairs the definition with audio and real example sentences so the word is easy to remember — and brings it back for review right before you'd forget it.

Frequently asked questions

What does "insulate" mean?
insulate (verb) means: To separate or protect from outside influences
How do you pronounce "insulate"?
"insulate" is pronounced /ˈɪn.səˌleɪt/ in IPA. You can tap to hear it spoken aloud in the Vocaby app.
How do you use "insulate" in a sentence?
Here is "insulate" used in a sentence: They insulate the room to keep it warm.

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