What is the opposite of “detached”?

What is the antonym of “detached”?

The antonyms of detached are attached, connected, and involved. These words convey a sense of connection or involvement with something or someone.

See all the antonyms of “detached”

• engaged
• committed

Brief Definitions of the Antonym(s)

Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!

attached

Joined or fastened to something else; connected.

Example

The photo was attached to the email she sent.

connected

Having a relationship or association with someone or something.

Example

She felt connected to her hometown, even though she had moved away.

involved

Participating or taking part in something.

Example

He was heavily involved in organizing the charity event.

How are these antonyms different from each other?

• 1. Attached refers to being physically connected to something.
• 2. Connected implies a relationship or association with someone or something.
• 3. Involved suggests actively participating in something.

Good things to know

• 1. Relationships: Use attached and connected to describe emotional connections with people.
• 2. Work: Use involved to describe participation in projects or tasks.
• 3. Real Estate: Use attached to describe properties that share a wall or structure.

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Remember this!

The antonyms of detached are attached, connected, and involved. These words have different nuances: Attached refers to physical connection, connected implies a relationship or association, and involved suggests active participation. Use these words to describe relationships, work, or real estate properties.