Synonyms of proximity

proximity

noun

präk-ˈsi-mə-tē 

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

• vicinity
• closeness
• nearness
• immediacy
• contiguity
• adjacency
• propinquity
• juxtaposition
• abutment

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• distance
• remoteness

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of proximity

Its proximity to Russian military positions only two miles away on the other bank of the Dnipro River means that civilians face a heightened risk of attacks by short-range Russian drones. — Daria Tarasova-Markina, CNN Money, 18 July 2026

Because of their proximity to the river, Argentine’s Hispanic community was disproportionately affected. — Michelle Oliva-Espinosa, Kansas City Star, 18 July 2026

But we were cheered that my mother-in-law was able to go back to her bright, sunny assisted living facility that, due to its proximity to the hospital’s power grid, was doing fine. — Kristy Woodson Harvey, Southern Living, 18 July 2026

His proximity to Trump automatically alienates a significant portion of Maryland voters. — Torrey Snow, Baltimore Sun, 18 July 2026

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