Synonyms for

Near

Verb / nɪr / Another word for near — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Near means close to or not far away.

Synonyms & similar words

almost nearly pennypinching virtually drawclose wellnigh far cheeseparing approximate dear close comeon comenear about skinny most nigh approach good goup drawnear close adjacent proximate next-door immediate neighboring abutting contiguous adjoining bordering nearby handy convenient accessible approachable

Synonyms by register

Formal

proximate adjacent close

Informal

close by right next door handy

Literary

nigh neighboring

Antonyms

far distant remote apart removed yonder

Common collocations

  • near future
  • near miss
  • near completion
  • near death
  • near impossible
  • near sighted
  • near and far

Word family

noun nearness
adjective near
adverb nearly

Usage note

As an adjective, 'near' often implies a close relationship or similarity in addition to physical proximity. 'Nearly' is the adverb form, meaning 'almost'.

Example sentences

  1. The store is near my house.
  2. We live near the beach.
  3. Can you come near me so I can hear you better?
  4. The park is near the school.
  5. I will meet you near the fountain.

Quotes

  • The nearer the dawn the darker the night.
  • The road to success is not easy to navigate, but with hard work, drive and passion, it's possible to achieve the American dream. Tommy Hilfiger
  • If you want to see the sunshine, you have to weather the storm. Frank Lane

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