Synonyms for

Distances

Verb / ˈdɪstʌnsʌz / / ˈdɪstʌnsɪz / Another word for distances — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Distances are the amount of space between two points or objects.

Synonyms & similar words

outdistance outstrip length aloofness distance space length space interval range span reach extent scope area gap separation remoteness farness ranging spread stretch expanse breadth width dimension

Synonyms by register

Formal

intervals spans remoteness separation

Informal

gaps space ways

Literary

voids chasms expanses

Antonyms

closeness proximity nearness contact immediacy association

Common collocations

  • long distances
  • short distances
  • distances themselves
  • distances apart
  • distances covered
  • distances measured
  • distances between
  • distances to

Word family

noun distance
verb distance
adjective distant
adverb distantly

Usage note

The word 'distances' is the plural form of 'distance'. It often refers to physical space between objects or points, but can also be used metaphorically for emotional or temporal separation.

Example sentences

  1. The distance between the Earth and the Moon is about 238,855 miles.
  2. I ran a distance of three miles this morning.
  3. The distance between two trees is ten feet.
  4. The distance between the two cities is 100 miles.
  5. The distance from New York to Los Angeles is 2,800 miles.

Quotes

  • Distance means so little when someone means so much.
  • Distance gives us a reason to love harder.
  • Distance means separation in space but never in heart.

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