by big word October 31, 2017
The state of being emotionally distanced. May be seen as laid back or cold and arrogant, depending on the onlooker.
by SenoritaDiabla July 10, 2008
by Bree Gagnon December 06, 2003
Aloof means "at a distance," and not close. Shyness is often the result of being aloof. An aloof person usually needs tunnel vision for the tranquility and happiness to block out and ignore distractions that undermine his or her concentration. Yet, there are valid reasons to be aloof: such as, studying, work, or to maintain the structure of control within an organization or industry by filtering out and blocking unwanted contact.
The word aloof is often bandied about as a negative label as a way to attack an unwanted person by making them feel that it is his or her fault for being unwanted. An aloof person is likely to be more "things-oriented," rather than "people-oriented," but that is not proof that an aloof person is not equally capable of socializing--just not equally interested in doing so because people don't innovate or get rich by being the life of a party.
by Rosebud1776 August 11, 2017
Intentionally being obtuse and grouchy to attract attention from like minded individuals that have same IQ
Steve was aloofing on Facebook again with his pixilated videos and photos of over-sized mosquito weaponry.
by Ohyeahr December 21, 2018
by bebop February 23, 2004
by thealoofer March 21, 2005