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ALOOF

(adverb, adj.sat, adj., prep.)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Aloof.

Aloof - as an adverb

In an aloof manner

Example: "The local gentry and professional classes had held aloof for the school had accepted their sons readily enough"

Aloof - as an adjective satellite

Remote in manner

Example: "Stood apart with aloof dignity"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
distantupstage

Aloof - as an adjective

Reserved and remote; either physically or emotionally distant; standoffish.

Aloof - as a preposition

Away from; clear of.

Example Sentences

"She kept herself aloof from the rest of the group."
"The aloof cat refused to be petted by anyone."
"He appeared aloof and uninterested in the conversation."
"The CEO remained aloof from the daily operations of the company."
"Despite being surrounded by people, he felt aloof and isolated."
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Word Game Points

Is ALOOF a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, aloof is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

ALOOF has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.

Is ALOOF a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, aloof is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
ALOOF has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 9.

Is ALOOF a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, aloof is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
ALOOF has a WORDFEUD points total of 8.

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