intimacy — close familiarity or friendship; closeness
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: close familiarity or friendship; closeness
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈɪntɪməsi/
Example Sentences
- The intimacy of sharing pizza toppings revealed more about their relationship than any love letter could.
- Building intimacy in friendship takes time and shared experiences.
- The intimacy of the small concert venue made everyone feel connected to the artist.
intimacy
NOUN[/ˈɪntɪməsi/]
close familiarity or friendship; closeness
Years of friendship created a deep sense of intimacy between them.
Trust and honesty build lasting intimacy. (🤝 Trust + ❤️ Closeness → Intimacy)
Their intimacy grew through privacy and honesty.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Latin intimus, meaning 'innermost' or 'deepest,' originally referring to that which penetrates to the deepest recesses of the mind or heart. It evolved to express genuine closeness and profound personal connection between individuals.
Breakdown
intimus (innermost, deepest) + -acy (suffix denoting state or condition). The Latin superlative intimus combines with the English noun-forming suffix -acy to create a noun expressing the state of being intimate or innermost.
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📝Examples
“The intimacy of sharing pizza toppings revealed more about their relationship than any love letter could.”
“Building intimacy in friendship takes time and shared experiences.”
“The intimacy of the small concert venue made everyone feel connected to the artist.”
“Their intimacy was so obvious that even strangers could tell they were made for each other.”
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