GRE Word List

ALOOF

removed or distant either physically or emotionally

The meaning of the word aloof is removed or distant either physically or emotionally.

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WordMeaning
seminaryan environment in which something originates and from which it is propagated
ficklemarked by lack of steadfastness, constancy, or stability : given to erratic changeableness
extenuateto lessen or to try to lessen the seriousness or extent of (something, such as a fault or offense) by making partial excuses : mitigate
memoiran official note or report : memorandum
acridsharp and harsh or unpleasantly pungent in taste or odor : irritating
earmarka mark of identification on the ear of an animal
raptlifted up and carried away
connoisseurexpert
espousemarry
nascentcoming or having recently come into existence