PROXIMATE Synonyms: 61 Similar and Opposite Words

proximate

adjective

ˈpräk-sə-mət

Definition of proximate

as in approaching

being soon to appear or take place the proximate publication of his first novel

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Relevance

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

as in near

not being distant in time, space, or significance the husband feels that their house is a little too proximate to his in-laws' condo for his peace and comfort

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Recent Examples of proximate Some are genuinely proximate for certain people and sectors, and genuinely distant for others. — Vibhas Ratanjee, Forbes.com, 10 Mar. 2026 That project will allow advertisers to contextually search for moments or sentiments in scenes proximate to ad breaks. — Dade Hayes, Deadline, 3 Mar. 2026 This may become particularly relevant when the proximate red giant star known as Betelgeuse, located around 700 light-years away, goes supernova. — Robert Lea, Space.com, 13 June 2025 Sackett detailed how being proximate to the spark of inspiration for projects has benefited her clients who work in physical production. — Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 8 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for proximate

Recent Examples of Synonyms for proximate

Adjective

The implications are worrying, especially when considering the fact that Black Friday and Cyber Monday are fast approaching.

— Roy Stephen Canivel, Footwear News, 13 Oct. 2026
The 2026 midterm elections are fast approaching, and in some states, voters are already casting ballots.

— Melina Khan, USA Today, 22 Sep. 2026

Definition of approaching

Adjective

Detection of near-surface ice is of interest both scientifically as well as in support of future human expeditions to Mars.

— Leonard David, Space.com, 15 Oct. 2026
Multiple news outlets reported that Anthropic, at an investor presentation ahead of its planned IPO expected in the near future, announced its sales grew 45% to $17 billion last quarter.

— Hanna Ziady, CNN Money, 15 Oct. 2026

Definition of near

Adjective

In doing so, the report adds new data to a growing pile of information about poverty and economic hardship in the state, showing that even before some of the upcoming federal benefit cuts take effect, a growing number of households are struggling.

— P.R. Lockhart, Hartford Courant, 14 Oct. 2026
The state also invoked an upcoming ballot measure as a reason for the justices to refrain from intervening.

— Jackson Thompson OutKick, FOXNews.com, 14 Oct. 2026

Definition of upcoming

Adjective

With six couples, having two separate houses gave us space to spread out while keeping everyone close enough to gather for dinner, drinks, and games.

— Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Oct. 2026
These regions could warrant closer investigation, but the assessment does not establish that any is suitable for a future greenhouse.

— Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 17 Oct. 2026

Definition of close

Adjective

Flood expects discovery to begin in the coming months, as the lawsuit seeks compensatory and punitive damages, attorneys' fees and a jury trial.

— Elaine Rojas-Castillo, CBS News, 12 Oct. 2026
The county has an ample pot of uncommitted funds in coming years, however, in part because of the rapid growth of the revenue stream.

— Ryan Gillespie, The Orlando Sentinel, 8 Oct. 2026

Definition of coming

Adjective

Maintaining command-and-control links matters when troops rely on aerial sensors to gather information beyond their immediate positions.

— Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 16 Oct. 2026
Fire officials were most concerned with keeping the blaze north of Encinal Canyon Road, one of the few natural firebreaks in the immediate area.

— Tom Tapp, Deadline, 16 Oct. 2026

Definition of immediate

Adjective

The seat The business class cabin is low-lit in blues and purples—a nice touch for the impending red eye—and the 30 seats are arranged in 7 rows of 1-2-1 configuration.

— Charlie Hobbs, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Oct. 2026
Another impending free agent, the pitching guru oversaw one of baseball’s best rotations and that aforementioned surprisingly successful bullpen.

— Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 8 Oct. 2026

Definition of impending

Adjective

If an assessment identifies an imminent threat covered by the bill, evaluators must notify Commerce within 72 hours of completing their review.

— Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 17 Oct. 2026
But more than 40 countries currently struggling with financing and liquidity challenges do not have debt stocks that require imminent restructuring.

— Masood Ahmed, Fortune, 17 Oct. 2026

Definition of imminent

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