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distant

[ˈdɪstənt]

distant Definition

  • 1far away in space or time
  • 2not closely related or involved with a particular person, group, or situation
  • 3cold and unfriendly in manner

Using distant: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "distant" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The distant mountains were covered in snow.

  • Example

    I have only a distant memory of my childhood home.

  • Example

    He was always distant with his coworkers.

  • Example

    The new boss seemed distant and unapproachable.

  • Example

    The distant past is often romanticized.

distant Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for distant

Antonyms for distant

Phrases with distant

  • a time that is far away in the future

    Example

    We can't predict what will happen in the distant future.

  • a family member who is not closely related

    Example

    I have some distant relatives living in Australia.

  • a memory that is not clear or vivid because it happened a long time ago

    Example

    My childhood is just a distant memory now.

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Summary: distant in Brief

The term 'distant' [ˈdɪstənt] refers to something that is far away in space or time. It can also describe a lack of closeness or involvement with a particular person, group, or situation, as well as a cold and unfriendly manner. Examples include 'The distant mountains were covered in snow.' and 'He was always distant with his coworkers.' Phrases like 'distant future' and 'distant relative' extend the meaning of the word.

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