Meaning & Definition of word "Detached"

Detached

/dɪˈtætʃt/

1. To separate from a larger mass; remove.
- Example: He decided to detach the paperwork from the binder before submitting it.
2. To withdraw oneself from something; disengage.
- Example: She needed to detach herself from her emotions to make a rational decision.

1. Separate or disconnected; not influenced by or involved with something.
- Example: She remained emotionally detached from the situation, observing it without becoming involved.
2. Not joined or connected; physically separated.
- Example: They lived in a detached house, with plenty of space between them and their neighbors.
3. Indifferent or aloof; lacking interest or concern.
- Example: His detached attitude during the meeting surprised his colleagues, who expected more engagement.

●from Middle English 'detachen', derived from Old French 'détacher', meaning 'to unhook'

detached from reality:

having a lack of awareness or connection with the actual situation.

detached observation:

viewing or analyzing situations without emotional involvement.

detach:

to separate or remove something from another.

detachment:

the state of being detached or disconnected.

Meaning: out of touch

● Example Sentence: He seems really detached from what's happening in the news.

Meaning: emotionally unavailable

● Example Sentence: She acts detached, as if she doesn't care about anyone else's problems.