Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
offish
Adjective
/ˈɔː.fɪʃ/
Definition
Distant and unsociable; not friendly or forthcoming.
Examples
- He seemed offish at the party, standing alone in the corner and not joining any conversations.
- Her offish demeanor made it hard for her to make new friends.
- Despite his offish nature, he is very talented and knowledgeable.
Meaning
Being reserved or aloof in social situations, making one seem unfriendly or uninterested in engaging with others.
Synonyms
- Aloof
- Reserved
- Detached
- Unapproachable
- Cold
