distant
Pronunciation
Adjective
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Quick answer
Far away in space or time, or emotionally detached.
Synonyms and antonyms
Usage notes
"Distant" can also describe a person who seems emotionally withdrawn, as in "he seemed distant all evening."
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "You could just make out a _____ lighthouse through the fog."
Answer: distant
In your own words, what does "distant" mean?
Far away in space or time, or emotionally detached.
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