Synonyms of detachment

detachment

noun

di-ˈtach-mənt 

1

as in objectivity

lack of favoritism toward one side or another

the judge showed commendable detachment when deciding the controversial case

Synonyms & Similar Words

• objectivity
• neutrality
• neutralism
• objectiveness
• impartiality
• disinterest
• disinterestedness
• nonpartisanship
• equity
• evenhandedness
• indifference
• tolerance
• fairness
• justice
• fair-mindedness
• unconcern
• apathy
• broad-mindedness
• straddling
• open-mindedness
• fence-sitting

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• prejudice
• bias
• partisanship
• partiality
• favor
• favoritism
• chauvinism
• subjectivity
• nepotism
• tendency
• one-sidedness
• inclination
• predisposition
• nonobjectivity
• predilection
• propensity
• proclivity
• penchant
• bent
• subjectiveness
• prejudgment
• preconception
• leaning

2

as in patrol

a small military unit with a special task or function

the general sent a detachment ahead to scout the enemy's position

Synonyms & Similar Words

• patrol
• battalion
• squadron
• squad
• troop
• platoon
• detail
• regiment
• corps
• outpost
• picket
• sentry
• wing
• commando
• command
• rear guard
• paratroops
• watch
• firing squad
• company
• division

3

as in coldness

the absence of emotional involvement

his detachment allowed him a clearer perspective on the child custody case

Synonyms & Similar Words

• coldness
• objectivity
• dispassion
• reasonableness
• calmness
• calm
• reasonability
• serenity
• quietness
• cool
• dispassionateness
• quiet
• sereneness
• disinterest
• impartiality
• restfulness
• rationality
• disinterestedness
• indifference
• peacefulness
• fairness
• peace
• quietude
• balance
• nonpartisanship
• reserve
• equitability
• unbiasedness
• equitableness
• apathy
• placidity
• unresponsiveness
• tranquility
• rationalness
• tranquilness
• repose
• undemonstrativeness

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• emotionalism
• prejudice
• bias
• partisanship
• partiality
• favor
• one-sidedness

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of detachment

The Shards is a series made for (and probably by) people who can’t always distinguish among kitsch, camp, ironic detachment and affectionate nostalgia, and, frankly, don’t care. — Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 5 Aug. 2026

In the book’s arc, this lands as a chilling dismissal, and a reminder of the magnitude of Bret’s increasingly psychotic concern over Robert Mallory and the Trawler, and his detachment from his own life. — Leo Lasdun, New Yorker, 5 Aug. 2026

The South Carolina State Guard caisson detachment will carry Graham’s remains. — Chantelle Lee, Time, 22 July 2026

Single Geminis might enjoy the variety of having multiple options, though one person could challenge your detachment style by asking for clarity. — Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 9 July 2026