Definitions
There are 8 meanings of the word
Distances.
How to pronounce distances:
US
Distances - as a noun
The property created by the space between two objects or points
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
spacing12spatial arrangementHyponyms (Broadly Related)
A distant region
Example: "I could see it in the distance"
Size of the gap between two places
Example: "The distance from new york to chicago"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
length10Hypernyms (Closely Related)
size13Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Indifference by personal withdrawal
Example: "Emotional distance"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
aloofness12The interval between two times
Example: "The distance from birth to death"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
space9A remote point in time
Example: "If that happens it will be at some distance in the future"
Distances - as a verb
Keep at a distance
Example: "We have to distance ourselves from these events in order to continue living"
Go far ahead of
Example: "He outdistanced the other runners"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
outdistance14outstrip10Example Sentences
"It is important to maintain safe distances between cars to prevent accidents on the highway."
"Astronomers use powerful telescopes to measure the distances between stars and galaxies."
"The map shows the distances between different cities along the route."
"The hikers had to cover long distances each day to reach their camping spot."
"The doctor explained that wearing glasses would help improve his ability to see objects at various distances."
Word Game Points
Is DISTANCES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, distances is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
DISTANCES has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.
Is DISTANCES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, distances is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordDISTANCES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.
Is DISTANCES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, distances is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordDISTANCES has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.
