Apartness: meaning, definitions and examples

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apartness

 

[ əˈpɑːrt.nəs ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

state of being

Apartness refers to the condition of being separate or distant from others. It encapsulates feelings of isolation or disconnect, whether socially, emotionally, or physically. This term can be used in various contexts, including social and personal situations.

Synonyms

alienation, detachment, isolation, separation

Examples of usage

  • The apartness she felt from her peers was evident.
  • He embraced a certain apartness during his retreat into nature.
  • The apartness of the rural community contributed to their unique traditions.
  • In times of crisis, the apartness of individuals can lead to a lack of support.

Translations

Translations of the word "apartness" in other languages:

🇵🇹 separação

🇮🇳 अलगाव

🇩🇪 Abgeschiedenheit

🇮🇩 pemisahan

🇺🇦 відокремленість

🇵🇱 oddzielenie

🇯🇵 分離

🇫🇷 séparation

🇪🇸 separación

🇹🇷 ayrılık

🇰🇷 분리

🇸🇦 الانفصال

🇨🇿 oddělení

🇸🇰 oddelenie

🇨🇳 分离

🇸🇮 ločitev

🇮🇸 aðskilnað

🇰🇿 бөлу

🇬🇪 გამიჯვნა

🇦🇿 ayrılma

🇲🇽 separación

Etymology

The word 'apartness' is derived from the adjective 'apart', which comes from the Middle English 'aparte', and further originates from the Old French 'à part', meaning 'apart' or 'separate'. This term is rooted in the Latin 'partire', which means 'to divide' or 'to share'. The suffix '-ness' is added to form a noun indicating a state or condition. The concept of apartness has been reflected in various cultural and philosophical discussions, particularly regarding social dynamics and personal identity. Throughout history, the understanding of apartness has evolved, especially in contexts of race, class, and individualism, making it a significant topic of exploration in both literature and social sciences.