Distances: meaning, definitions and examples

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distances

 

[ หˆdษชstษ™nsษชz ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

in mathematics

Distances refer to the measurement of the physical space between two points. It is a fundamental concept used in geometry, physics, and other scientific disciplines. Distances can be measured in various units such as meters, kilometers, miles, etc. The distance between two points is the length of the shortest path between them.

Synonyms

length, range, space

Examples of usage

  • The distances between the planets in our solar system vary greatly.
  • She calculated the distances between the cities on the map.
Context #2 | Noun

in social relationships

Distances can also refer to the emotional or physical separation between individuals. It can describe the level of closeness or intimacy in a relationship. Distances in relationships can be bridged through communication, understanding, and compromise.

Synonyms

divide, gap, separation

Examples of usage

  • There was a noticeable distance between them after the argument.
  • They are working on closing the distance in their long-distance relationship.
Context #3 | Verb

related to space or time

As a verb, distances can mean to create a sense of separation or detachment. It can also refer to the act of maintaining a safe physical distance from others in certain situations.

Synonyms

disconnect, isolate, separate

Examples of usage

  • He distances himself from toxic people.
  • It is important to distance yourself from negative influences.

Translations

Translations of the word "distances" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น distรขncias

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฆเฅ‚เคฐเฅ€

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Entfernungen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ jarak

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฒั–ะดัั‚ะฐะฝั–

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ odlegล‚oล›ci

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ่ท้›ข (ใใ‚‡ใ‚Š)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท distances

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ distancias

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท mesafeler

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ฑฐ๋ฆฌ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ุณุงูุงุช

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ vzdรกlenosti

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ vzdialenosti

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่ท็ฆป (jรนlรญ)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ razdalje

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ fjarlรฆgรฐir

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›ะฐัˆั‹า›ั‚ั‹า›ั‚ะฐั€

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒแƒœแƒซแƒ˜แƒšแƒ”แƒ‘แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ mษ™safษ™lษ™r

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ distancias

Word origin

The word 'distances' originated from the Latin word 'distantia', which means 'a standing apart'. The concept of distance has been crucial in the development of mathematics, physics, and various other fields. Throughout history, humans have explored, measured, and understood distances to navigate the physical world and comprehend the relationships between objects and individuals.

See also: equidistance, outdistance.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #4,192, this word represents useful upper-intermediate vocabulary. Understanding and using it will help you express more complex ideas effectively.