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detached
adjective(de-tached)
not fixed in position
Synonyms: free,
Examples:
The detached shutter fell on him.
detached
adjective(de-tached)
being or feeling set or kept apart from others
Synonyms: isolated, separated, set-apart,
Examples:
She felt detached from the group.
detached
adjective(de-tached)
no longer connected or joined
Synonyms: separated,
Examples:
A detached part.
On one side of the island was a hugh rock, almost detached.
detached
adjective(de-tached)
lacking affection or warm feeling
detached
adjective(de-tached)
showing lack of emotional involvement
Synonyms: degage, uninvolved,
Examples:
She may be detached or even unfeeling but at least she's not hypocritically effusive.
detached
adjective(de-tached)
used of buildings; standing apart from others
Antonyms: attached,
Examples:
Detached houses.
A detached garage.

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