nearness — The quality or state of being close in distance, time, or relationship; proximity.
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: The quality or state of being close in distance, time, or relationship; proximity.
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈnɪrnɪs/
Korean meaning: 가까움, 근접성
Korean pronunciation: 니어-니스 (강세: 니어)
Example Sentences
- The cat's sudden nearness to the fishbowl made the goldfish swim frantically in circles.
- The nearness of her childhood home brought back countless memories.
- His uncomfortable nearness in the elevator made everyone press themselves against the walls.
nearness
NOUN//ˈnɪrnɪs//
The quality or state of being close in distance, time, or relationship; proximity.
The quality or state of being close in distance, time, or relationship; proximity.
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Origin
From Old English 'neah' meaning 'close' or 'nigh', combined with the suffix '-ness' to form an abstract noun. The word has Germanic roots and is related to Dutch 'na' and German 'nah'.
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“The cat's sudden nearness to the fishbowl made the goldfish swim frantically in circles.”
“The nearness of her childhood home brought back countless memories.”
“His uncomfortable nearness in the elevator made everyone press themselves against the walls.”
“The nearness of the storm could be felt in the heavy, humid air.”
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