Aloof

usgb/əˈluːf/
adjective

Not friendly or forthcoming; cool and distant.

She seemed aloof and detached from the rest of the group.
Visual representation of "aloof" - Not friendly or forthcoming; cool and distant.

Often appears as...

  • stand aloof
  • remain aloof
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Emotional Distance

Indicates the person's emotional separation in a situation or from other people.

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Despite the lively party, he remained aloof.
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Intentional Isolation

Suggests a deliberate choice to stay away from others or not to engage.

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She kept herself aloof from the office politics.
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Perceived Snobbery

May wrongly give others the impression of arrogance or unfriendliness.

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His aloof manner made him unpopular.
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