Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
physically-distant
Adjective
/ˈfɪzɪkəlɪ ˈdɪstənt/
Definition
Relating to the state of being physically apart from others, often for safety or health reasons.
Examples
- During the pandemic, many people had to adopt a physically-distant lifestyle.
- Schools implemented physically-distant seating arrangements to ensure student safety.
- Virtual meetings became popular as a way to interact while remaining physically-distant.
Meaning
The term ‘physically-distant’ refers to maintaining space between individuals to prevent close contact, especially during situations like a pandemic.
Synonyms
- Socially-distant
- Separated
- Apart
- Isolated
