1
as in intimacy
the state of being in a very personal or private relationship
my cousin and I have lost that nearness we had when we were kids
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2
as in proximity
the state or condition of being near
our nearness to the theme park has made us beloved by relatives from all over the country
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for nearness
Noun
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But the commodification of intimacy creates troubling implications.—
Cornelia C. Walther,
Forbes.com,
16 July 2025 -
With only eight expansive suites, the hotel offers an unmatched level of intimacy, with an ever-attentive team ready to assist guests during their stay by booking experiences ranging from a taco and Mezcal tour to hot air balloon rides over the ruins of Teotihuacán.—
Michaela Trimble,
Vogue,
13 July 2025
Noun
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Rear cameras with proximity alerts are also optional.—
Peter Nelson,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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When in a forest, stay in proximity to shorter tree groupings.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
14 July 2025
Noun
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Still, iconic premium spirits remain relevant for those drawn to familiarity.—
Jillian Dara,
Forbes.com,
17 July 2025
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His familiarity with offensive coordinator Frank Smith should allow Waller, a recovering addict who has faced multiple NFL suspensions, to adjust to the offense quickly.—
Omar Kelly
July 11,
Miami Herald,
11 July 2025
Noun
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Never worry about losing your belongings with these convenient tracking tags.—
BestReviews,
Sun Sentinel,
9 July 2025
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Then, the contingent of city workers, including two police officers, climbed into their vehicles and drove away, leaving behind Henriquez and his pile of belongings.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
9 July 2025
Noun
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There is a sense of kinship as Trump was indicted in 2023 for his efforts to overturn the results of the 2020 U.S. presidential election.—
Orianna Rosa Royle,
Fortune,
9 July 2025
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But the two artists' kinship goes beyond just opening for one another.—
Audrey Gibbs,
The Tennessean,
2 July 2025
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“Nearness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nearness. Accessed 24 Jul. 2025.
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