removed

Definition

  • adjective: away from something
  • adjective: distant in degree of relationship
  • synonyms: remote, far, distant

Examples

  • We're looking for an apartment somewhat 'removed' from the noise of downtown.

  • The child of your first cousin is your first cousin once 'removed'.

  • Hockey and soccer are not that 'far removed from' each other.

Movie quotes

  • (..) We're going to be making the announcement shortly. You shut me down. I was about to get a confession. Mattox shut you down. I removed your transmitter so that he wouldn't do it again. Sellers can not afford to wake you up. He sent these guys to pull the plug. He wants you dead Alex. You understand? (..)
    2014 RoboCop