How do you pronounce detachment?

detachment is pronounced as /dɪˈtætʃmənt/.

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detachment

🛑detachment

noun

/dɪˈtætʃmənt/

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Meaning

the state of being separated or emotionally uninvolved

The state of being objective or aloof; not being emotionally involved.

Example Sentences

She observed the situation with complete detachment.

Buddhist philosophy encourages detachment from material desires.

Example Expressions

sense of detachment

Synonyms

separation, aloofness, objectivity, disengagement

Entry 1

separation, aloofness, objectivity, disengagement

Entry 2

disengagement, objectivity, aloofness

Antonyms

attachment, involvement, connection, engagement

Entry 1

attachment, involvement, connection

Entry 2

attachment, involvement, engagement

Collocations

sense of detachment, emotional detachment, detachment from reality

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