Pronunciation

/dɪˈstnt/

Definitions

• Adjective: Far away in space or time; remote. For example: “The distant mountains were visible on a clear day.”
• Adverb: At a distance; far from. For example: “She sat quietly in the distant corner of the room.”
• Noun: remoteness or separation in terms of physical or emotional distance. For example: “The family’s distant relatives rarely visited.”

Phrases

• “Keep a distant watch” implies keeping an eye from a safe distance.
• “A distant memory” refers to something that is remembered but not recent.
• “Maintain a distant relationship” means having a limited connection with someone.

Example Sentences

• Adjective: “The distant stars闪烁 in the night sky.”
• Adverb: “He heard her voice faintly from the distant hallway.”
• Noun: “She longed for a closer connection with her distant friend.”

Synonyms

• Remote
• Far-off
• Secluded
• Isolated
• Afar
• Hazy
• Estranged
• Separated