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

While the deadline is fast approaching, Montour keeps working away.

— Christine Haughney Dare-Bryan, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
The Minnesota State Fair is fast approaching, and this year there will be several new attractions, vendors and rides.

— Aki Nace, CBS News, 30 July 2026

Definition of approaching

Adjective

The train station hulked behind barbed wire, abandoned for years, both witness to and eight million bricks’ worth of evidence of Detroit's near-collapse.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 July 2026
Accenture estimates that only 10-20% of enterprise tasks are complex enough to justify frontier or near-frontier capability.

— Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 29 July 2026

Definition of near

Adjective

The tour is also dedicated to the upcoming 35th anniversary of Ukraine’s independence on August 24, linking Sasha’s personal story to the country’s ongoing fight for freedom.

— Emile Nuh, CNN Money, 31 July 2026
Teams have trained over the summer to be ready for the upcoming school year, APS police Chief Ronald Applin said.

— AJ Willingham, AJC.com, 31 July 2026

Definition of upcoming

Adjective

As inflation skyrockets in Iran, many civilians will feel the bite of poverty and hardship in the coming months, said Hadi Kahalzadeh, economist and non-resident fellow at the Quincy Institute.

— Jeremy Diamond, CNN Money, 31 July 2026
The coming months will have an entirely new look, however, if reports are accurate.

— David Phelan, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026

Definition of coming

Adjective

Nunez’s statement did not spell out what that meant in practice and there was no immediate response to a request from the ministry for further comment.

— CNN Money, CNN Money, 31 July 2026
Officials are hopeful that the immediate areas near the stadium will be done by the middle of August, and the final configuration will be ready.

— Mac Engel July 31, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 31 July 2026

Definition of immediate

Adjective

Despite their impending free-agent status, San Francisco landed fascinating pitching prospects in both deals.

— Justice delos Santos, Mercury News, 4 Aug. 2026
Next year’s qualifying offer is expected to be somewhere around $23 million, with a decision for both parties due before December’s impending lockout.

— C. Trent Rosecrans, New York Times, 4 Aug. 2026

Definition of impending

Adjective

Others cited fears of violence perpetrated by Immigration and Customs Enforcement against Haitians with TPS, who now face an imminent threat of deportation.

— Sofia Williams, Sacbee.com, 31 July 2026
The states were expected to file for a preliminary injunction last week, but in a surprise move, Paramount agreed to put the deal on hold until trial, essentially conceding that an injunction was imminent.

— Gene Maddaus, Variety, 31 July 2026

Definition of imminent

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