distantly Definition
- 1at a distance in space or time
- 2in a way that suggests a lack of closeness or familiarity
Using distantly: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "distantly" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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The mountains loomed distantly in the horizon.
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She smiled distantly, not really paying attention to the conversation.
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He spoke distantly of his childhood, as if it was a long-forgotten memory.
distantly Synonyms and Antonyms
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Summary: distantly in Brief
The adverb 'distantly' [ˈdɪstəntli] refers to something that is far away in space or time, or in a way that suggests a lack of closeness or familiarity. It can be used to describe physical distance, emotional distance, or detachment. Examples include 'The mountains loomed distantly in the horizon,' and 'She smiled distantly, not really paying attention to the conversation.'
