Elkülönült

Elkülönült is a Hungarian adjective meaning separated or isolated, used for things that stand apart from others, either physically, geographically, or conceptually. It can describe locations, groups, or ideas that are not integrated with their surroundings, but kept apart.

The word is formed from the prefix el- plus the verb különül (to separate or stand apart). Elkülönült is the past participle used as an adjective; in many contexts it is close in meaning to elkülönített but with a nuance of existing or resulting separation rather than an intentional allocation.

Usage ranges from geography to social description. Examples include an elkülönült település (an isolated/remote settlement), an elkülönült terület (a secluded area), an elkülönült csoport (a separate group), or an elkülönült vélemény (a distinct/independent opinion). In formal or administrative language, variants such as elkülönített may be preferred when indicating something is set aside or earmarked, while elkülönült often emphasizes the state of being separated.

Translations include separate, isolated, secluded, or distinct, depending on context. Related terms are elkülönítés (the act of separating or segregation) and elkülönített (separate or earmarked).