Aloof
Not friendly or forthcoming; distant in manner or behavior.
adjectiveAloof
Not friendly or forthcoming; distant in manner or behavior.
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Imagine This
Picture a new coworker who stands at the edge of the group, speaks briefly, avoids eye contact, and keeps a quiet distance from everyone—the very definition of aloof.
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Sounds Like
uh-LOOF
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Looks Like
Looks like 'a roof' with the letters rearranged; visually suggests separation or elevation from others.
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Remember This
Think of aloof as 'a roof' that sits apart from the rest of the house—someone who keeps others at arm's length.
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Other Forms
aloofnessnoun
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Connect With
distant, reserved, detached, standoffish, unfriendly
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Note
Aloof describes demeanor or attitude rather than temperature. It is milder than terms like 'standoffish' or 'cold' and can stem from shyness or privacy, not necessarily hostility.