detached
- 01 B2 Upper Intermediate
not joined to something else; separated or removed.
physically separated or disconnected from a larger unit or structure.
Simple“The garage is detached from the main house, so you have to walk outside to reach it.”
In context“The investigation revealed that a detached cable was the primary cause of the sudden power failure across the industrial park.”
Synonyms - 02 B1 Intermediate
a house that does not share any walls with another house.
denoting a house that stands alone and is not joined to another building on either side.
Simple“They are looking for a detached house with a large garden for their children.”
In context“In many suburban developments, a fully detached property commands a significantly higher market price than its semi-detached counterparts.”
Synonymsstandalonesingle familyAntonymsterracedsemi detached - 03 C1 Advanced
showing no emotional involvement or bias; staying objective.
characterised by a lack of emotional involvement or personal bias; maintaining an objective or impersonal distance.
Simple“A judge must remain detached and fair when listening to both sides of a case.”
In context“The journalist maintained a detached perspective throughout the conflict, reporting the facts without succumbing to the intense emotions of the local population.”