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Synonyms for detached

One audited sense, one true synonym, and three words that come close enough to cost you the rung.

Tier 4, High Camp · 1 sense · adjective · Reason line included

The senseadjectiveTier 4, High Camp

showing lack of emotional involvement

She may be detached or even unfeeling but at least she's not hypocritically effusive.

The sentence the app shows, and the only thing that settles which meaning is meant.

The true synonym

uninvolved

Same sentence, swapped: She may be uninvolved or even unfeeling but at least she's not hypocritically effusive.

Close but different

These are the other three tiles the game puts on screen for this sense. Each one is a real word with a real meaning, and none of them is a synonym for detached as it is used in the sentence above.

uncaring
isolated
reserved

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diligentadjectiveperseveringquietly and steadily persevering especially in detail or exactnessHigh CampQualities dirtyadjectiveuncleansoiled or likely to soil with dirt or grimeRidgelineStates and conditions2 sensesHas a reason line disableverbincapacitatemake unable to perform a certain actionHigh CampChange discernmentnoundiscretionthe trait of judging wisely and objectivelyHigh CampQualitiesHas a reason line disciplinaryadjectivecorrectivedesigned to promote disciplineHigh CampCommunication discreditnoundisreputethe state of being held in low esteemHigh CampStates and conditions discreetadjectivecircumspectheedful of potential consequencesHigh CampThinking and knowingHas a reason line disheartenedadjectivediscouragedmade less hopeful or enthusiasticHigh Camp

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