What is the meaning of standoffishly?

adverb

  • In a standoffish manner.
    • usage: "standoffishly, he declined the invitation to the office party"
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APAWordNet. (2010). standoffishly. Retrieved September 21, 2026, from http://smartdefine.org/standoffishly/definitions/1253439
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