circumjacent

/ˌsɜrˌkəmˈjæsnt/ or /ˌsɜːrˌkʌmˈdʒæsnt/

Definitions

1. adjective

Being on or around the outside of something; surrounding.

“The circumjacent buildings were affected by the construction site.”

2. noun

A person or thing situated on the outside of something.

“The circumjacent neighbors were informed about the planned event.”

Synonyms

  • adjacent
  • encircling
  • surrounding

Antonyms

  • central
  • inner
  • interior