remote
/rɪˈmoʊt/
noun
- A device used to control a television, stereo, or other electronic equipment from a distance; short for remote control.
- He accidentally sat on the remote and changed the channel.
- I can't find the remote for the TV anywhere.
- She pointed the remote at the stereo and turned up the volume.
adjective
- Far away in distance; located far from populated areas.
- She loved the peace and quiet of remote mountain trails.
- The village is so remote that it takes two days to reach by foot.
- They built a cabin in a remote part of the forest.
- Unlikely to happen; having little chance.
- The chances of winning the lottery are extremely remote.
- There is only a remote possibility of rain today.
- He admitted that success seemed remote without more training.
- Distant in manner or relationship; not closely connected or friendly.
- She felt a remote connection to her distant cousins.
- After the argument, he became remote and cold toward his friends.
- His remote attitude made it hard to get to know him.
- Operating or controlled from a distance, especially by electronic signals.
- The remote camera allowed them to observe wildlife without being seen.
- He used a remote sensor to check the temperature in the greenhouse.
- Remote surgery is becoming more common with advanced technology.