unnear

/ˈənɪr/

Definitions

1. verb

to bring closer or move something nearer

“The storm clouds unneared the shore, causing widespread flooding.”

2. verb

to make something less distant or remote in time, thought, or feeling

“Her memories of childhood unneared her as she looked through old family photos.”

3. verb

to remove or cancel a condition of being distant or separate

“The news unneared the community, sparking a heated debate about the project’s future.”

Synonyms

  • approach
  • draw near
  • near

Antonyms

  • deteriorate
  • move away