proximity

/ˈprɒksɪmɪti/

Definitions

1. noun

the state or fact of being near or close to something or someone

“The proximity to the beach was a major selling point for the vacation home.”

2. noun

a state of being near or in close contact with something or someone

“She felt a sense of proximity to her family after talking to them on the phone.”

3. noun

the state of being near or close to a particular condition or situation

“The proximity to bankruptcy led the company to seek financial help.”

4. verb

to place or bring something into a position of nearness or closeness

“She proximities the object to the wall to make it easier to work on.”

5. noun

the state of being near or close to a particular time or date

“The proximity to the deadline meant she had to work quickly to finish the project.”

Synonyms

  • adjacency
  • closeness
  • nearness
  • neighboring

Antonyms

  • distance
  • remoteness