Definition

Far away in space or time; not close or near.

Example

She lives in a distant city, far from her hometown.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

Have you noticed how distant he seems lately?

Yeah, I thought it was just me!

I wonder if something happened to make him feel so distant.

Maybe he's just going through a tough time; I should check in on him.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Distant → It is formed from "dis-" (meaning apart) and "stare" (meaning to stand). The word "distant" describes something that stands apart or is far away.

Memory Tip

Think of something that 'stands apart' — 'dis-' means apart, and 'stare' means to stand. This helps you remember that distant refers to something that is far away.

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