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

  • (..) Did you know about this? You want to think about removing yourself from this environment, Doctor? I was in Calcutta. I was pretty well removed. Loki is manipulating you. And you've been doing what, exactly? You didn't come here because I bat my eyelashes at you. Yes, and I'm not leaving (..)
    2012 The Avengers