ALOOFNESS Synonyms
There are 8 hypernyms of the word aloofness. (close relations)
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| distance | nounn | |||||
noun • the property created by the space between two objects or points • a distant region • size of the gap between two places • indifference by personal withdrawal • the interval between two times • a remote point in time verb • keep at a distance • go far ahead of | ||||||
| remoteness | nounn | |||||
noun • the property of being remote • a disposition to be distant and unsympathetic in manner | ||||||
| standoffishness | nounn | |||||
noun • a disposition to be distant and unsympathetic in manner | ||||||
| coolness | nounn | |||||
noun • calm and unruffled self-assurance • the property of being moderately cold • fearless self-possession in the face of danger • a lack of affection or enthusiasm | ||||||
| detachment | nounn | |||||
noun • avoiding emotional involvement • the act of releasing from an attachment or connection • the state of being isolated or detached • a small unit of troops of special composition • coming apart | ||||||
| indifference | nounn | |||||
noun • unbiased impartial unconcern • apathy demonstrated by an absence of emotional reactions • the trait of lacking enthusiasm for or interest in things generally • the trait of remaining calm and seeming not to care; a casual lack of concern | ||||||
| reserve | verb, nounv, n | |||||
noun • formality and propriety of manner • something kept back or saved for future use or a special purpose • an athlete who plays only when a starter on the team is replaced • (medicine) potential capacity to respond in order to maintain vital functions • a district that is reserved for particular purpose • armed forces that are not on active duty but can be called in an emergency • the trait of being uncommunicative; not volunteering anything more than necessary verb • hold back or set aside, especially for future use or contingency • give or assign a resource to a particular person or cause • obtain or arrange (for oneself) in advance • arrange for and reserve (something for someone else) in advance | ||||||
| withdrawnness | nounn | |||||
noun • a disposition to be distant and unsympathetic in manner | ||||||
