Aloof and Coldish

Aloof

Aloof adjective - Having or showing a lack of friendliness or interest in others.

Coldish and aloof are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Coldish" instead an adjective "Aloof".

Nearby Words: aloofness, aloofly

Coldish

Coldish adjective - Lacking in friendliness or warmth of feeling.
Usage example: a coldish reply that told me that she wasn't prepared to bury the hatchet just yet

Aloof and coldish are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Aloof" instead an adjective "Coldish".

Nearby Words: cold, coldness
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