insulated
- 01 B2 Upper Intermediate
protected by a special material so that heat, cold, or sound cannot get in or out.
protected from the transmission of heat, cold, or sound by being surrounded with non-conducting material.
Simple“The new house is well insulated, so it stays warm even in winter.”
In context“The contractor recommended using high-density foam to ensure the attic was properly insulated against the extreme temperatures of the high desert.”
Antonyms - 02 B2 Upper Intermediate
covered with a material that does not let electricity pass through.
separated from other conducting materials or sources of electricity by a non-conductor to prevent the transfer of current.
Simple“Always check that the copper wires are fully insulated with plastic before you use them.”
In context“For safety reasons, all tools used by the electricians were heavily insulated to prevent accidental grounding during the high-voltage installation.”
Synonymsnon conductingAntonyms - 03 C2 Proficiency
describes stars that are so far apart that they do not pull on each other with gravity.
situated at such a great distance as to be beyond the detectable effect of mutual gravitational attraction.
Simple“The old book described the stars as insulated bodies in the vastness of space.”
In context“Early astronomers theorized that certain stars were effectively insulated, existing beyond the reach of the gravitational influence of neighboring systems.”
“Sofia hates the idea of taking cash from the kind of arrogant plutocrat who has caused the very problems that he now wants to be insulated from.”