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emotional distance

[/ɪˈmoʊʃənəl ˈdɪstəns/]
noun
distância emocional
1. A psychological or relational state in which two people feel disconnected, detached, or separated emotionally despite physical proximity
After the argument, there was a significant emotional distance between them.
Depois da discussão, havia uma distância emocional significativa entre eles.
2. The lack of intimacy, understanding, or closeness in a relationship
The emotional distance in their marriage had grown over the years.
A distância emocional no seu casamento havia crescido ao longo dos anos.
3. A deliberate or unconscious withdrawal from emotional engagement or connection
He maintained emotional distance from his coworkers to maintain professionalism.
Ele mantinha distância emocional de seus colegas para manter o profissionalismo.
Synonyms
emotional detachmentemotional aloofnessestrangementdisconnect
Antonyms
emotional intimacyclosenessemotional connectionbonding

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
distância emocional
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
distância emocional; afastamento emocional
Both terms commonly used
Portugal
distância emocional; afastamento emocional
Standard European Portuguese usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

keeping someone at arm's length
building walls
growing apart
drifting away from someone
losing connection with someone
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