Synonyms of intimacy

intimacy

noun

ˈin-tə-mə-sē 

as in familiarity

the state of being in a very personal or private relationship

there can be both rewards and regrets from intimacy with another person

Synonyms & Similar Words

• familiarity
• belonging
• kinship
• friendship
• love
• nearness
• affection
• closeness
• inseparability
• chumminess
• immediacy
• commitment
• fidelity
• affinity
• devotion
• fellowship
• faithfulness
• passion
• attachment
• mutuality
• fondness
• cordiality
• constancy
• geniality
• amity
• goodwill
• devotedness
• conviviality
• affability
• clubbiness
• cliquishness

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• distance
• coldness
• coolness
• reserve
• remoteness
• aloofness

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of intimacy

While Tuesday’s show is due to mark a shift back to craftsmanship and intimacy, the designer is set to release another project later this year involving virtual reality. — Laure Guilbault, Vogue, 6 July 2026

Caning is also used for individuals accused of gambling, drinking, adultery and premarital intimacy. — Bonny Chu, FOXNews.com, 3 July 2026

Colored by a palpable sense of filmmaker and subject building a friendship and a professional understanding in real time, this documentary’s intimacy feels hard-won, and entirely genuine. — Guy Lodge, Variety, 6 July 2026

Experts highlight how smaller retailers provide intimacy and exclusivity. — Amanda Lauren, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026