closer

as in near
being the less far of two the closer gas station was also more expensive

Synonyms & Similar Words

Relevance

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for closer
Adjective
  • The best course of action is to drive towards the nearest shelter.
    NC Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 13 May 2025
  • And there will be grander celebrations in the near future, with Longoria expected to be inducted into the Rays Hall of Fame and have his No. 3 retired, possibly as soon as next season.
    Marc Topkin, The Orlando Sentinel, 12 May 2025
Adjective
  • The grass in the front lawn had been allowed to grow uncut during the spring, for the horses, so the owners had not been out into the area to inspect it.
    Elizabeth Weise, USA Today, 16 May 2025
  • As a result of failing on the front bumper cover, the driver and team were both docked 60 points and 5 playoff points.
    Lydia Mee, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 May 2025
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.

Browse Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

“Closer.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/closer. Accessed 23 May. 2025.

More from Merriam-Webster on closer

Last Updated: - Updated example sentences
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!