aloofness

noun

Definition of aloofnessnext
1
as in indifference

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2
as in distance

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Recent Examples of aloofness And although that single failure doesn’t disqualify him from being able to lead, some of his other qualities — obsessive perfectionism, hyper-focus that can come off as aloofness, a tendency to go his own way — aren’t always serving him well in tense moments such as this one. — Michael Silver, New York Times, 16 Jan. 2026 Remaining silent may shroud those in power in a cloak of untouchability, projecting confidence in their authority — but also aloofness. — Yeo Boon Ping, CNBC, 26 Nov. 2025 Throughout many revealing conversations, the braggadocious zeal of Poseidon and Zeus, the sexy aloofness of Aphrodite and Dionysus, and the sniveling bitchery of Hermes and Hypnos were endearing, but all gave way to flawed people who grew deeply over time. — Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 27 Sep. 2025 Reached by phone, the father comes off as a cold, uncaring man, and Pacino portrays him with chilling aloofness. — Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 2 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for aloofness
Recent Examples of Synonyms for aloofness
  1. indifference
  2. distance
  3. unconcern
  4. composure
  5. shyness
  6. bashfulness
  7. modesty
  8. reticence
Noun
  • Data center projects have been shrouded in secrecy and marked by breathtaking indifference to residents’ concerns.
    — Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 13 Aug. 2026
  • There, her stern Granny and poised Aunt Helen (Genevieve O’Reilly) are horrified by her lack of refinement and her indifference about finding a respectable husband.
    — Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of indifference
Noun
  • Rentals near train station stops or walking distance to major AI company offices are being bid up by rank-and-file tech workers.
    — Samantha Delouya, CNN Money, 17 Aug. 2026
  • Neither quarterback created distance Saturday, and two weeks remain until cutdown day.
    — Zach Berman, New York Times, 16 Aug. 2026
Definition of distance
Noun
  • The book’s occasional oases of self-examination are surrounded by dusty expanses of omission and unconcern.
    — Lauren Collins, New Yorker, 13 Dec. 2025
  • Whatever the reason, Maxwell’s strength and the shark’s apparent unconcern put one of Maxwell’s friends in danger.
    — Donald Millus, Outdoor Life, 3 July 2025
Definition of unconcern
Noun
  • The closers who deliberately grow their skills, their composure and their standards watch their results grow with them.
    — Ramon Cadiz, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2026
  • Chef—the character is nameless, and seemingly unknowable—is a mentor and a foil to Tony, his lined face and graying beard highlighting Tony’s youth, his composure framing Tony’s jittery ambition.
    — Helen Rosner, New Yorker, 2 Aug. 2026
Definition of composure
Noun
  • Prince George seems to have inherited Princess Diana’s endearing shyness.
    — Christina Perrier, InStyle, 5 Aug. 2026
  • The smile didn’t come immediately, but suddenly the shyness gave way and her smile stretched from ear to ear.
    — Andy Clayton, New York Daily News, 26 June 2026
Definition of shyness
Noun
  • Her skin—something known as Frubber, a porous patented blend of fleshlike elastic polymers—stretched over a structure of plastic and titanium, and there was no flicker of bashfulness.
    — Dan Turello, New Yorker, 10 Jan. 2026
Definition of bashfulness
Noun
  • Traditional Afghan attire always included the hijab, which Ayesha says helps to maintain modesty.
    — Mark Sappenfield, Christian Science Monitor, 14 Aug. 2026
  • His modesty has not changed over the past eight months, despite signing for Barcelona, becoming the youngest player to represent Egypt at the World Cup and scoring a double for his new club’s first team.
    — Laia Cervelló Herrero, New York Times, 2 Aug. 2026
Definition of modesty
Noun
  • Also in that courtroom that first day is his brother Jack (Noah Centineo), a more visibly restless and outgoing soul compared to Cody’s protective reticence.
    — Robert Abele, Los Angeles Times, 14 Aug. 2026
  • But the best quarterbacks ultimately find a way, and the circumstances for this team and player remove any reticence to being malleable.
    — Alec Lewis, New York Times, 28 July 2026
Definition of reticence

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