aloofness

Noun

Meaning

State of being aloof.

Source: Webster's dictionary

Synonyms

distance remoteness standoffishness withdrawnness reserve isolation privacy hostility neutrality detachment restraint indifference disregard alienation seclusion
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Antonyms

association amity congeniality interest pleasantness attention
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Hypernyms

indifference unsociability unsociableness

Hyponyms

unapproachability

Examples

emotional distance Source: Internet

According to a daughter quoted in In the Name of God by Robin Wright, 1989, p.45 Khomeini was also known for his aloofness and austere demeanor. Source: Internet

However schoolmates considered Virgil extremely shy and reserved, according to Servius, and he was nicknamed "Parthenias" or "maiden" because of his social aloofness. Source: Internet

As a result, Bronzino's sitters have been said to project an aloofness and marked emotional distance from the viewer. Source: Internet

Add Yuill’s sensitive busker vocals and turn up the tempo, and the result is suitable for both dancing and armchair-travel, perfect for a generation equally enamoured by Nick Drake’s subtlety, 80s synth pop’s aloofness and Daft Punk’s dynamic beats. Source: Internet

Mastai-Ferretti himself however made no effort to campaign for the papacy, made no promises, and maintained aloofness throughout the process. Source: Internet

Close letter words and terms

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