Synonyms for

Nigh

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

Definition

Nigh means near in space, time, or relationship.

Synonyms & similar words

almost nearly about wellnigh most near close virtually far near close adjacent imminent approaching forthcoming impending looming proximate about almost around circa nearly roughly approximately shortly soon

Synonyms by register

Formal

approaching imminent impending

Informal

close near about to

Literary

anon ere hastening

Antonyms

far distant remote away apart yonder

Common collocations

  • draw nigh
  • come nigh
  • nigh on
  • nigh impossible
  • nigh unto
  • nigh at hand
  • nigh on to

Word family

adjective nigh
adverb nigh

Usage note

Nigh is an archaic or poetic word for 'near'. It is rarely used in modern everyday English, except in specific phrases like 'nigh on' or 'draw nigh'.

Example sentences

  1. The party is nigh, so we need to prepare the food.
  2. The deadline for the project is nigh, and we haven't started yet.
  3. The storm clouds are gathering, and I fear a storm is nigh.
  4. The end of the year is nigh, and we are excited for summer.
  5. The store is nigh, so let's go shopping.

Quotes

  • Winter is nigh. - Ned Stark
  • The end is nigh. - The Bible
  • The hour is nigh. - William Shakespeare

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