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Meaning of distant
The primary meaning of the word "distant" is being far away in space or time.
Etymology of distant
The word "distant" originated from the Old French word "distant", which is derived from the Latin word "distantem", meaning "standing apart" or "separate"
The Latin word "distantem" is the present participle of the verb "distantia", which means "to stand apart" or "to be separate"
Synonyms
remote
far
far-off
faraway
removed
isolated
detached
separate
disconnected
aloof
inaccessible
unreachable
unapproachable
outlying
peripheral
secluded
solitary
apart
disconnected
disconnectedly
abstract
inaccessible
uncommunicative
reserved
reticent
unresponsive
unapproachable
detachedly
estranged
disconnectedness
seclusion
isolation
remoteness
Definitions
- At a great physical or mental distance, either in space or time
- * Feeling or showing a lack of emotional involvement or interest
Usage Examples
- The distant sound of thunder could be heard on the horizon
- * She felt a distant memory of her childhood, but couldn't quite recall the details
- * The city is quite distant from the airport, so plan your travel time accordingly
Antonyms
near
close
nearby
adjacent
adjoining
neighboring
proximate
immediate
imminent
impending
forthcoming
approaching
looming
upcoming
forthcoming
impending
imminent
nearness
closeness
adjacency
proximity