Aloof and Hurtful

Aloof

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

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

Nearby Words: aloofness, aloofly

Hurtful

Hurtful adjective - Causing or capable of causing harm.

Aloof and hurtful are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Aloof" instead an adjective "Hurtful".

Nearby Words: hurt, hurting
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