Aloof Definition
aloof
adverb
- in an aloof manner; "the local gentry and professional classes had held aloof for the school had accepted their sons readily enough"
adjective
- remote in manner; "stood apart with aloof dignity"; "a distant smile"; "he was upstage with strangers"
"Aloof" in song lyrics
See how aloof is used in real songs:
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"Winning hearts with my ideas and I'm staying aloof"
Braintax — Magnum On Crack -
"And every psychic and small-time prophet is aloof"
DJ Krush f/ Anticon — Song for John Walker -
"Forget the proof, our generation so aloof"
Lauryn Hill — Oh Jerusalem
Words that rhyme with aloof
Usage tips for "aloof"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "aloof" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for aloof to find words that pair well.