Synonyms for
Close
Definition
Close means to shut or fasten something, or to bring two things together.
Synonyms & similar words
stoppingpoint
stuffy
conclude
cheeseparing
far
shut
finis
shutdown
last
faithful
fillup
confining
closelipped
finale
tightlipped
cometogether
closeup
closingcurtain
conclusion
nigh
ending
closedown
closing
closely
open
shut
seal
lock
secure
fasten
bar
block
conclude
end
terminate
finish
complete
converge
approach
near
join
unite
connect
link
combine
Synonyms by register
Antonyms
Common collocations
- close call
- close friend
- close race
- close quarters
- close relationship
- close shave
- close combat
- close the door
Word family
Usage note
The word 'close' can function as both an adjective (e.g., 'a close friend') and a verb (e.g., 'close the window'). Be mindful of its different meanings depending on context.
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Example sentences
- Please close the window, it's getting cold.
- Can you close the book when you're done with it?
- Let's close the deal and sign the contract.
- The store will close in 10 minutes.
- The gap between the two buildings is beginning to close.
Quotes
All good things must come to a close.
When one door of happiness closes, another opens; but often we look so long at the closed door that we do not see the one which has been opened for us.
The only way to close the gap between rich and poor is through education.