quarantined
/ˈkwɔːrənˌtiːnd/
ADJECTIVE
1. Kept in enforced isolation
Separated or confined from others, especially because of possible exposure to an infectious disease or a risk of spreading infection.
1.1. Medical isolation
Describes a person or animal kept apart from others for health reasons, usually to prevent the possible transmission of an infectious disease.
Synonyms
- isolated
- confined
- secluded
- segregated
- detained
- sequestered
- separated
- restrained
Antonyms
- released
- freed
- integrated
- discharged
Examples
- The quarantined passengers were monitored by medical staff for signs of infection.
- The dog remained quarantined until the veterinarian confirmed that it was healthy.
- Several employees who had been exposed to the virus were quarantined at home.
Related Words
- restricted
- contained
- monitored
- under observation
- in isolation
1.2. Restricted or cut off from others
Describes a person, group, or place deliberately separated from normal contact or access, sometimes as a precaution or protective measure.
Synonyms
- isolated
- separated
- cut off
- detached
- secluded
- segregated
- cordoned off
- sealed off
Antonyms
- connected
- integrated
- reunited
- accessible
Examples
- The quarantined village had limited contact with neighboring communities.
- The animals were kept in a quarantined area away from the rest of the farm.
Related Words
- restricted
- segregated
- remote
- inaccessible
- confined
1.3. Digital files isolated for security
Describes computer files, email attachments, or programs placed in a restricted area by security software because they are suspected of containing malware or posing a threat.
Synonyms
- isolated
- segregated
- contained
- sequestered
Antonyms
- released
- restored
- cleared
Examples
- The quarantined attachment could not be opened until the antivirus scan was complete.
- All suspicious files were quarantined to prevent them from affecting the system.
Related Words
- blocked
- flagged
- infected
- suspicious
- malicious
VERB
2. Placed in quarantine
Past tense and past participle of the verb quarantine, meaning to place someone or something in enforced isolation or separation.
2.1. Isolating people or animals for health reasons
The act of having separated a person or animal from others to prevent the possible spread of an infectious disease.
Synonyms
- isolated
- confined
- secluded
- segregated
- detained
- sequestered
- separated
Antonyms
- released
- freed
- discharged
- reintegrated
Examples
- Health officials quarantined the travelers after they were exposed to an infectious disease.
- The authorities had quarantined the animals before allowing them into the country.
- The passengers were quarantined for several days as a precaution.
Related Words
- restricted
- contained
- monitored
- detained
2.2. Isolating a place or area
The act of restricting movement into or out of a particular location to prevent a potential health threat from spreading.
Synonyms
- isolated
- sealed off
- cordoned off
- cut off
- confined
- segregated
Antonyms
- reopened
- released
- reconnected
Examples
- The authorities quarantined the affected district after several new cases were reported.
- Officials quarantined the port until the suspected outbreak was brought under control.
Related Words
- restricted
- contained
- blockaded
- secured
2.3. Isolating suspicious digital content
The act of moving potentially harmful files, messages, or programs into a restricted storage area to prevent damage to a computer system.
Synonyms
- isolated
- segregated
- contained
- sequestered
Antonyms
- released
- restored
- cleared
Examples
- The antivirus program quarantined the infected file before it could execute.
- The security system quarantined several suspicious email attachments.
Related Words
- blocked
- detected
- flagged
- neutralized