detachment
noun
de·tach·ment di-ˈtach-mənt 
dē-
1
: the action or process of detaching : separation
2
a
: the dispatch of a body of troops or part of a fleet from the main body for a special mission or service
b
: the part so dispatched
c
: a permanently organized separate unit usually smaller than a platoon and of special composition
3
a
: indifference to worldly concerns : aloofness
b
: freedom from bias or prejudice
Synonyms
- disinterest
- disinterestedness
- equity
- evenhandedness
- fair-mindedness
- fairness
- impartiality
- justice
- neutralism
- neutrality
- nonpartisanship
- objectiveness
- objectivity
See all Synonyms & Antonyms 
Example Sentences
I wish the article had approached the issue with a bit more detachment. The form is perforated to make detachment of the bottom section easier. A detachment of soldiers was called to assist the police.
Recent Examples on the Web Likewise, America’s health care workers today find themselves on a more metaphorical beach, facing few good options and feeling a depreciation of their own worth and a detachment from their institutions. 
Andrew Morris-singer And Brian Souza, STAT, 9 May 2022 Cheney has the calm detachment of a physician questioning a patient to confirm a diagnosis. Robin Givhan, Washington Post, 16 Aug. 2022 Alcatraz was the site of the first California lighthouse in 1854, welcomed a U.S. Army detachment in 1859 and became a military prison in 1868, according to History.com. Fox News, 11 Aug. 2022 In previous specials, detachment was a frequent theme of his. BostonGlobe.com, 20 May 2022 That emotional detachment never leaked into her acting, though. Jamie Lauren Keiles Ismail Muhammad Kim Tingley Benoit Denizet-lewis Sam Anderson Jazmine Hughes Irina Aleksander Sasha Weiss Rowan Ricardo Phillips Stella Bugbee Michael Paterniti Maggie Jones Robert Draper Rob Hoerburger Jason Zengerle Reginald Dwayne Betts Jane Hu David Marchese Hanif Abdurraqib Jenna Wortham Anthony Giardina Niela Orr Amy X. Wang, New York Times, 25 Dec. 2021 Some emotional detachment is needed in order to keep working, admits Rivera, 44. Emilio Morenatti, Star Tribune, 24 Nov. 2020 Papua New Guinea also sent a small security detachment. Arkansas Online, 27 Nov. 2021 Mifespristone blocks progesterone, which causes changes in the uterine lining and detachment of the pregnancy, while misoprostol leads to contractions. Vanessa Etienne, PEOPLE.com, 19 July 2022 See More
Andrew Morris-singer And Brian Souza, STAT, 9 May 2022 Cheney has the calm detachment of a physician questioning a patient to confirm a diagnosis. Robin Givhan, Washington Post, 16 Aug. 2022 Alcatraz was the site of the first California lighthouse in 1854, welcomed a U.S. Army detachment in 1859 and became a military prison in 1868, according to History.com. Fox News, 11 Aug. 2022 In previous specials, detachment was a frequent theme of his. BostonGlobe.com, 20 May 2022 That emotional detachment never leaked into her acting, though. Jamie Lauren Keiles Ismail Muhammad Kim Tingley Benoit Denizet-lewis Sam Anderson Jazmine Hughes Irina Aleksander Sasha Weiss Rowan Ricardo Phillips Stella Bugbee Michael Paterniti Maggie Jones Robert Draper Rob Hoerburger Jason Zengerle Reginald Dwayne Betts Jane Hu David Marchese Hanif Abdurraqib Jenna Wortham Anthony Giardina Niela Orr Amy X. Wang, New York Times, 25 Dec. 2021 Some emotional detachment is needed in order to keep working, admits Rivera, 44. Emilio Morenatti, Star Tribune, 24 Nov. 2020 Papua New Guinea also sent a small security detachment. Arkansas Online, 27 Nov. 2021 Mifespristone blocks progesterone, which causes changes in the uterine lining and detachment of the pregnancy, while misoprostol leads to contractions. Vanessa Etienne, PEOPLE.com, 19 July 2022 See More Word History
First Known Use
1669, in the meaning defined at sense 1
Phrases Containing detachment
Kids Definition
detachment
noun
de·tach·ment di-ˈtach-mənt
1
: separation sense 1
2
: the sending out of a body of troops or ships on a special duty
3
: a small unit of troops or ships sent out for a special duty
4
: lack of interest in worldly concerns
He maintained an air of cool detachment.
5
: freedom from the favoring of one side over another
He judged the dispute with detachment.
detachment
noun
1
as in objectivity
lack of favoritism toward one side or another the judge showed commendable detachment when deciding the controversial case Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
- objectivity
- neutrality
- objectiveness
- neutralism
- disinterest
- impartiality
- disinterestedness
- indifference
- nonpartisanship
- evenhandedness
- tolerance
- fair-mindedness
- unconcern
- equity
- apathy
- fairness
- justice
- broad-mindedness
- straddling
- fence-sitting
- open-mindedness
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
- prejudice
- bias
- partisanship
- partiality
- chauvinism
- subjectivity
- favoritism
- favor
- one-sidedness
- tendency
- nepotism
- predisposition
- inclination
- subjectiveness
- nonobjectivity
- predilection
- proclivity
- propensity
- penchant
- bent
- prejudgment
- preconception
- leaning
2
as in battalion
a small military unit with a special task or function the general sent a detachment ahead to scout the enemy's position Synonyms & Similar Words
- battalion
- patrol
- squadron
- troop
- squad
- platoon
- regiment
- corps
- detail
- outpost
- commando
- sentry
- picket
- wing
- paratroops
- rear guard
- command
- watch
- firing squad
- division
- company
3
as in coldness
the absence of emotional involvement his detachment allowed him a clearer perspective on the child custody case Synonyms & Similar Words
- coldness
- objectivity
- dispassion
- calmness
- reasonableness
- calm
- serenity
- reasonability
- sereneness
- quietness
- dispassionateness
- disinterest
- disinterestedness
- cool
- indifference
- quiet
- restfulness
- rationality
- quietude
- peacefulness
- impartiality
- equitableness
- apathy
- placidity
- peace
- nonpartisanship
- balance
- unbiasedness
- reserve
- fairness
- tranquillity
- equitability
- tranquility
- unresponsiveness
- tranquilness
- rationalness
- repose
- undemonstrativeness
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
- emotionalism
- prejudice
- bias
- partisanship
- partiality
- favor
- one-sidedness