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
jostleto come in contact or into collision
genesisthe origin or coming into being of something
umbragea feeling of pique or resentment at some often fancied slight or insult
diatribea bitter and abusive speech or piece of writing
reverentexpressing or characterized by reverence : worshipful
audaciousintrepidly daring : adventurous
unwieldynot easily managed, handled, or used (as because of bulk, weight, complexity, or awkwardness) : cumbersome
formalitycompliance with formal or conventional rules : ceremony
shamblesa meat market
paroxysma fit, attack, or sudden increase or recurrence of symptoms (as of a disease) : convulsion