alienante
[a.li.e.ˈnɐ̃.tə]
adjectivepl: alienantes
alienating
1. causing someone to feel isolated, estranged, or disconnected from others or from society
The monotonous factory work was alienating to the workers.
O trabalho monótono na fábrica era alienante para os trabalhadores.
2. tending to make someone feel like a stranger or outsider
The new policy created an alienating atmosphere in the workplace.
A nova política criou uma atmosfera alienante no local de trabalho.
3. causing psychological or emotional estrangement
Social media can be an alienating force despite its promise of connection.
As redes sociais podem ser uma força alienante apesar de sua promessa de conexão.
The term 'alienante' carries strong Marxist and critical theory connotations in Brazilian intellectual discourse, often used in discussions about labor exploitation, consumer culture, and social inequality. It is particularly common in academic, activist, and left-leaning political contexts in Brazil.
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