Synonyms of insulates

insulates

verb

present tense third-person singular of insulate

as in separates

to set or keep apart from others

tried to insulate their children from the often disturbing news in the mass media

Synonyms & Similar Words

• separates
• isolates
• segregates
• removes
• restrains
• sequesters
• keeps
• secludes
• restricts
• cuts off
• confines
• detaches
• holds
• disengages
• locks (up)
• quarantines
• incarcerates
• detains
• interns
• abstracts
• immures
• jails

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• integrates
• connects
• unites
• joins
• associates
• assimilates
• reintegrates
• links
• liberates
• frees
• desegregates
• releases
• discharges
• looses

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of insulates

Placing the heavy shielding and reactor components in the middle minimizes the physical stress caused by bending moments at sea and insulates the nuclear systems from external side-impact collisions. — Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 18 July 2026

Some shades also have a core layer that insulates against heat. — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 26 June 2026

The lactic acid from the yogurt tenderizes the meat while the fatty mayo insulates it, making for a particularly juicy result. — Editors Of Bon Appétit, Bon Appetit Magazine, 11 June 2026

However, justices serve lifetime appointments and are not directly accountable to voters, which insulates them from electoral pressure. — Mandy Taheri, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 May 2026

Unlike oil, natural gas is predominantly sold into regional markets, which greatly insulates our heating bills from international disruptions. — Wes Zebrowski, Chicago Tribune, 8 May 2026

Silicone insulates more than parchment, slowing the cookie’s ability to set in the oven. — Lynn Andriani, Martha Stewart, 28 Apr. 2026

Adding an annual application of mulch keeps garden beds looking tidy, prevents weeds, and insulates the soil so plant roots don’t dry out too quickly. — Lauren Landers, The Spruce, 15 Apr. 2026

The confidential filing allows the company to gather private feedback from regulators and temporarily insulates it from public scrutiny. — Mary Cunningham, CBS News, 1 Apr. 2026