emotionally-detached
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/ɪˌmoʊʃənəli dɪˈtætʃt/
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/ɪˌməʊʃənəli dɪˈtætʃt/
emotionally distant
Etymology
Etymology Information
'emotionally-detached' originates from the combination of 'emotionally' and 'detached', where 'emotionally' refers to feelings and 'detached' means separated or disconnected.
Historical Evolution
'Detached' changed from the Old French word 'detacher' and eventually became the modern English word 'detached'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'detached' meant 'to unfasten or separate', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'emotionally uninvolved'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
lacking emotional involvement or connection.
He remained emotionally-detached during the entire conversation.
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Last updated: 2025/03/03 18:51