Definitions and Examples of distant, faraway
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Far away in space or time; remote.
Example
The mountain range looked distant from where we stood on the beach.
Located at a great distance; remote.
Example
The island was so faraway that it took us three days to get there by boat.
Key Differences: distant vs faraway
- 1Distant implies a considerable separation, while faraway suggests a great distance.
- 2Distant can also refer to something that is not closely related or familiar, while faraway only describes physical distance.
Effective Usage of distant, faraway
- 1Geography: Use distant and faraway to describe the location of places.
- 2Relationships: Use distant to describe a lack of emotional closeness or familiarity.
- 3Travel: Use faraway to describe a place that is located at a great distance.
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Remember this!
The antonyms of nearish are distant and faraway. Distant implies a considerable separation, while faraway suggests a great distance. Use these words to describe the location of places, relationships, and travel destinations.
