Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
stand-offish
Adjective
/ˌstændˈɔːfɪʃ/
Definition
Being distant or unapproachable in behavior.
Examples
- She was stand-offish at the party, only speaking to a few close friends.
- His stand-offish manner made it difficult for him to make new friends.
Meaning
Stand-offish describes a person who is aloof, reserved, or unfriendly towards others, often keeping people at a distance.
Synonyms
- Aloof
- Reserved
- Cold
- Distant
- Unfriendly
