Associations to the word «Aloof»

Wiktionary

ALOOF, adverb. At or from a distance, but within view, or at a small distance; apart; away.
ALOOF, adverb. Without sympathy; unfavorably.
ALOOF, adjective. Reserved and remote; either physically or emotionally distant; standoffish.
ALOOF, preposition. (obsolete) away from; clear of

Dictionary 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".
ALOOF, adjective. Remote in manner; "stood apart with aloof dignity"; "a distant smile"; "he was upstage with strangers".

Wise words

Think twice before you speak, because your words and influence will plant the seed of either success or failure in the mind of another.
Napoleon Hill