Insulating

Pronunciation: /ˈɪnsəˌleɪt/

Insulating (verb)

  1. to cover or surround something to stop heat, cold, or sound from entering or leaving.
  2. to protect someone or something from unpleasant experiences or influences.
  3. to prevent electricity from passing through by using a non-conductive material.

Examples

  • They insulate the attic to save on heating costs.
  • We insulate our homes to maintain warmth during winter.

Common collocations: insulate a house, insulate walls, properly insulate, insulate from danger, insulate against threats

Synonyms of Insulating

Formal

Neutral

Antonyms of Insulating

  • when discussing making something open or vulnerable