insulate

Universal Words verb [VN] 1 ~ sth (from / against sth) to protect sth with a material that prevents heat, sound, electricity, etc. from passing through: Home owners are being encouraged to insulate their homes to save energy. 2 ~ sb/sth from / against sth (written) to protect sb/sth from unpleasant experiences or influences SYNSHIELD: Until now the industry has been insulated from economic realities.