26984 words

aloof

3 definitions • 5 examples
1
not friendly or willing to take part in things:

Examples:

She seemed rather aloof when in fact she was just shy.
2
not interested or involved, usually because you do not approve of what is happening:

Examples:

Whatever is happening in the office, she always remains aloof.
She kept herself aloof from her husband's business.
3
not taking part in things, esp. in a way that seems unfriendly:

Examples:

Is she aloof and arrogant or just shy?
When they argued, I remained aloof.

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