Synonyms for

Detach

Verb / ˈdɪˌtætʃ / / di:ˈtætʃ / Another word for detach — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to separate something from something else, or become separate

Synonyms & similar words

comeaway comeoff attach disconnect disengage dissociate separate unfasten unhook unlatch unknot unsnarl unstick unyoke withdraw remove sever unhook disentangle

Example sentences

  1. He detached the sticky note from the paper.
  2. My shoelace was stuck in the escalator, so I had to detach it to free myself.
  3. She decided to detach herself from the negative situation and focus on the good things in her life.
  4. The astronaut detached from the space station and began his journey back to Earth.
  5. He needed to detach the cable to fix the computer.

Quotes

  • The human spirit is stronger than anything that can happen to it. - C.C. Scott
  • The truth is, unless you let go, unless you forgive yourself, unless you forgive the situation, unless you realize that the situation is over, you cannot move forward. - Steve Maraboli
  • Detach from needing to have things work out a certain way. The universe is perfect and there are no failures. Give yourself the gift of detaching from your worries and trust that everything is happening perfectly. - Orin

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