aloof (Meaning)
aloof (s)
remote in manner
aloof (r)
in an aloof manner
aloof (n.)
Same as Alewife.
aloof (adv.)
At or from a distance, but within view, or at a small distance; apart; away.
Without sympathy; unfavorably.
aloof (prep.)
Away from; clear from.
Synonyms & Antonyms of aloof
Synonyms:
- shy
- offish
- reserved
- dry
- unsociable
- frosty
- clinical
- withdrawn
- antisocial
- remote
- asocial
- silent
- standoffish
- unbending
- professional
- timid
Antonyms:
Synonyms:
- impersonal
- recessive
- unclubbable
- reclusive
- hard
- cliquey
- dispassionate
- introverted
- apathetic
- uncommunicative
- misanthropic
- disinterested
- indifferent
- nongregarious
- reticent
- buttoned-up
- incurious
- cold-eyed
- taciturn
- unsocial
- unconcerned
- indrawn
- uninterested
- cliquish
- standoff
- diffident
Antonyms:
aloof Sentence Examples
- The mysterious stranger remained aloof from the lively crowd, observing the festivities from a distance.
- Despite numerous attempts to engage her in conversation, Emily appeared aloof and uninterested in socializing.
- The cat sat aloof on the windowsill, indifferent to the playful antics of the other pets.
- His aloof demeanor at the meeting suggested a disinterest in the ongoing discussions.
- The CEO's aloof management style left employees feeling disconnected and uninformed.
- Even in the midst of the celebration, Jason maintained an aloof posture, preferring solitude over socializing.
- The aloof expression on her face hinted at a deeper, more introspective mood.
- As the outsider in the group, Mark remained aloof, unsure how to join the conversation.
- The politician's aloof responses to reporters' questions raised suspicions about his transparency.
- Jane's classmates found her aloof attitude puzzling, as she rarely participated in class activities or discussions.
FAQs About the word aloof
remote in manner, in an aloof mannerSame as Alewife., At or from a distance, but within view, or at a small distance; apart; away., Without sympathy; unfavorabl
cold, cool, detached,distant, shy, offish, reserved, dry, unsociable, frosty
talkative, convivial, companionable, sociable, warm, gregarious, sociable, social, cordial, outgoing
The mysterious stranger remained aloof from the lively crowd, observing the festivities from a distance.
Despite numerous attempts to engage her in conversation, Emily appeared aloof and uninterested in socializing.
The cat sat aloof on the windowsill, indifferent to the playful antics of the other pets.
His aloof demeanor at the meeting suggested a disinterest in the ongoing discussions.
