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distantness


Meanings
  • noun

    The state or quality of being far away in distance, time, or social position.


Rhymes
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vastness , lastness , nastiness
Variants
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distant , distantly , distantness , distantnesses
Etymology
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From Old French distant, from dis- 'apart' + tancer 'to stretch, extend'.


Trivia
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  1. The term 'distantness' was first used in English in the late 15th century.

  2. The concept of 'distantness' is closely related to the concept of 'proximity'.

  3. In astronomy, 'distantness' is often measured in light-years, which is the distance that light travels in one year.


Related Concepts
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  1. isolation: The state of being isolated or cut off from others. 'Distantness' and 'isolation' are related concepts, as both refer to a sense of separation.

  2. space: The physical or metaphorical distance between things. 'Distantness' is a type of 'space' that refers to a sense of separation or detachment.


Culture
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In literature, 'distantness' is often used to describe the emotional or psychological space between characters, or the feeling of being detached or disconnected from one's surroundings. In art, it can refer to the use of perspective to create a sense of depth and distance.

How to Memorize "distantness"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize a map or a globe to understand the concept of 'distantness'. Imagine two points on the map or globe that are far apart from each other.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'distantness' with the feeling of being alone or disconnected. Remember that 'distantness' refers to a sense of separation, whether it's physical or emotional.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the mnemonic 'Distant stars are far apart' to remember the meaning of 'distantness'.


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