Synonyms for

Nearer

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

Definition

at a shorter distance from something or someone

Synonyms & similar words

cheeseparing approximate good nigher skinny near pennypinching dear nigh close far closer closer nigher proximate adjacent neighboring next-door contiguous immediate approaching advancing coming closing

Synonyms by register

Formal

closer proximate adjacent

Informal

closer next door

Literary

nigh approaching

Antonyms

farther distant remote apart removed yonder

Common collocations

  • nearer to God
  • nearer to the truth
  • nearer to home
  • nearer than expected
  • nearer and nearer
  • nearer to the end
  • nearer to nature

Word family

adjective near
adverb near

Usage note

Nearer is the comparative form of 'near'. It is often used to indicate proximity in space or time, or a degree of closeness in relationship or understanding.

Example sentences

  1. She moved nearer to hear what they were saying.
  2. Can you come nearer so I can hear you?
  3. The store is nearer to my house than the mall.
  4. The storm is getting nearer and we need to take shelter.
  5. I can see the finish line, I'm getting nearer and nearer.

Quotes

  • The nearer the dawn the darker the night.
  • Things are nearer to you than they appear.
  • The nearer the bone, the sweeter the meat.

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