The difference between Distant and Standoffish

When used as adjectives, distant means far off (physically, logically or mentally), whereas standoffish means aloof.

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  1. Distant as an adjective:

    Far off (physically, logically or mentally).

    Examples:

    "We heard a distant rumbling but didn't pay any more attention to it. She was surprised to find that her fiancé was a distant relative of hers. His distant look showed that he was not listening to me."

  2. Distant as an adjective:

    Emotionally unresponsive or unwilling to express genuine feelings.

    Examples:

    "Ever since our argument, she has been totally distant toward me."

  1. Standoffish as an adjective:

    Aloof; reserved; unsociable and unfriendly.

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