standoffish

Definition

Aloof; reserved; unsociable and unfriendly.

Etymology

From stand off + -ish.

Example Sentences

• "He was stand-offish with the other agents. They on their side said he was the manager’s spy upon them."
• "His initial impression was that he was a bit standoffish or not over effusive […]"
• "They were always a haughty family, stand-offish in a way, as they've a right to be."

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