PROXIMITY Synonyms: 11 Similar and Opposite Words

proximity

noun

präk-ˈsi-mə-tē

Definition of proximity

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

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Recent Examples of proximity In its reporting, Southern Living magazine praised the fan-favorite destination for its charming downtown and proximity to scenic views. — Charlotte Observer, 16 Sep. 2026 For Ellison, the state’s proximity to other filming hubs could prove valuable. — Winston Cho, HollywoodReporter, 16 Sep. 2026 Yet the hike’s proximity to midterms is already bringing heat from its allies. — Eleanor Mueller, semafor.com, 16 Sep. 2026 Document, don’t debut That same appetite for proximity is reshaping the content that cuts through. — Amy O’Brien, Vogue, 8 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for proximity

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Noun

Drivers in the vicinity are questioned, neighboring households searched, and any available video scrutinized for suspects.

— Hilary Whiteman, CNN Money, 20 Sep. 2026
As ever, the show played out both live in Toronto and on streaming for anyone not in the immediate vicinity (or, like this tired writer, already home from the festival).

— Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 20 Sep. 2026

Definition of vicinity

Noun

Venus in your private 12th house connects awkwardly with Uranus in your partnership zone, creating tension between closeness and the desire to disappear for a while.

— Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 20 Sep. 2026
Couples who move to separate rooms will need to deliberately schedule the physical closeness that used to happen by default.

— Lauren Schuster, Sacbee.com, 18 Sep. 2026

Definition of closeness

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