PROXIMITY Synonyms: 11 Similar and Opposite Words

proximity

noun

präk-ˈsi-mə-tē

Definition of proximity

as in vicinity

the state or condition of being near the proximity of the curtains to the fireplace was a cause of concern for the safety inspector

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Recent Examples of proximity Its score of 2,811Mbps on the close proximity test was significantly faster than the TUF BE9400 (2,340Mbps), the Archer GE650 (2,334Mbps), and the RT-BE96U (2,451Mbps). — John R. Delaney, PC Magazine, 17 Oct. 2026 Taylor warned that the proximity of the countries’ forces increased the risk of a wider conflict. — Khaled Kazziha, Los Angeles Times, 16 Oct. 2026 For him, the house’s value lay in its proximity to the sea, and in its basement – essentially a garage, with good lighting and an inspection pit – which connected to the coast road along a short steep concrete ramp. — Literary Hub, 15 Oct. 2026 Depending On The Founder For Context One practice that stops working is a reliance on founder proximity to carry context. — Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 15 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for proximity

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Noun

For Wiseman, the experience of seeing our home planet from the vicinity of the moon carried a powerful message.

— Daisy Dobrijevic, Space.com, 18 Oct. 2026
There is nothing worse than opening your suitcase after a grueling travel day, only to find that one villainous beauty product has exploded and ruined everything in its vicinity.

— ElleAnna Revell, Condé Nast Traveler, 14 Oct. 2026

Definition of vicinity

Noun

Because of this closeness, many at CNN seem relieved that Thompson will stay aboard.

— Justin Klawans, TheWeek, 16 Oct. 2026
But over the past year, Collins' missteps, closeness to Trump, and a political environment shaped by affordability and the Iran war have left Democrats confident Ossoff will face minimal challenges in his reelection bid.

— ABC News, ABC News, 16 Oct. 2026

Definition of closeness

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