noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', intransitive verb
estrangement; alienation; disaffection
Refers to a state of emotional distance, loss of loyalty, or breaking away from a group or relationship. Often used in political or organizational contexts. Cross-referenced with 離反, which is more common.
See also: 離反
党の方針に反対する議員が離背した。
Lawmakers who opposed the party's policy became estranged.
Years of discord led to estrangement between the two.