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Aloof vs Asunder - What's the difference?

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Aloof is a related term of asunder.


As adverbs the difference between aloof and asunder

is that aloof is at or from a distance, but within view, or at a small distance; apart; away while asunder is into separate parts or pieces; apart.

As an adjective aloof

is reserved and remote; either physically or emotionally distant; standoffish.

As a preposition aloof

is (obsolete) away from; clear of.

aloof

English

Adverb

(en adverb)
  • At or from a distance, but within view, or at a small distance; apart; away.
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  • Without sympathy; unfavorably.
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    • Adjective

    (en adjective)
  • Reserved and remote; either physically or emotionally distant; standoffish.

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    Preposition

    (English prepositions)
  • (obsolete) away from; clear of
  • * Milton
    • Rivetus would fain work himself aloof these rocks and quicksands.
    (Webster 1913)

    asunder

    English

    Alternative forms

    * (obsolete)

    Adverb

    (en adverb)
  • Into separate parts or pieces; apart.
    • Lest anyone find her treasure, she tore the map asunder and cast its pieces into the wind.
    1985 , (Kate Bush), (Running Up That Hill)
    You don't want to hurt me, but see how deep the bullet lies. Unaware that I'm tearing you asunder . There is thunder in our hearts.

    See also

    * in twain