distant

/ˈdɪstənt/

Definitions

1. adjective

being or extending far apart in space; far away or removed.

“The stars in the distant galaxy are barely visible to the naked eye.”

2. adverb

at a distance; far away.

“She waved to us from a distant corner of the room.”

3. noun

something that is far away or distant in time or space.

“The distant memory of their childhood home still brings them joy.”

Synonyms

  • far
  • remote

Antonyms

  • near
  • proximal