Distant Definition
distant
adjective
- separated in space or coming from or going to a distance; "distant villages"; "the sound of distant traffic"; "a distant sound"; "a distant telephone call"
- far apart in relevance or relationship or kinship ; "a distant cousin"; "a remote relative"; "a distant likeness"; "considerations entirely removed (or remote) from politics"
- remote in manner; "stood apart with aloof dignity"; "a distant smile"; "he was upstage with strangers"
- separate or apart in time; "distant events"; "the remote past or future"
- located far away spatially; "distant lands"; "remote stars"
"Distant" in song lyrics
See how distant is used in real songs:
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"Afar from many star, remotely distant"
Akbar — Driftin' Thru Space -
"So she stay distant"
Brother Ali — Rain Water -
"co-existent, never distant"
The Cross Movement — Introducin
Words that rhyme with distant
Usage tips for "distant"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "distant" 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 distant to find words that pair well.