Synonyms of vicinity

vicinity

noun

və-ˈsi-nə-tē 

1

as in neighborhood

an adjoining region or space

there are no hotels in the vicinity of the hospital

Synonyms & Similar Words

• neighborhood
• backyard
• environs
• surroundings
• environment
• vicinage
• surround
• purlieus

2

as in proximity

the state or condition of being near

the vicinity of the town's only elementary school was one reason why the young couple bought the house

Synonyms & Similar Words

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

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• distance
• remoteness

3

as in tune

an approximate amount, extent, or degree

starting salaries in that field are in the vicinity of $50,000 a year

Synonyms & Similar Words

• neighborhood
• tune
• matter
• proximity
• ballpark
• nearness

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of vicinity

Together, the company and space agency are evaluating logistics for LINK's rendezvous and maneuvering demonstration within Swift's vicinity, which will provide data for potential future servicing missions to other satellites, NASA's statement says. — Josh Dinner, Space.com, 19 Aug. 2026

Compared with larger resort-spas in the vicinity, Azure’s more relaxed, personal vibes stand out. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Aug. 2026

The puzzling question has been that, considering the high competition from other sourcing regions in the vicinity, including Vietnam and Bangladesh, and facing relatively higher labor costs, how can Thailand continue to stay in the game? — Mayu Saini, Footwear News, 12 Aug. 2026

Some diligently blur out the faces of guests who are in the vicinity and captured on camera. — Doug Gollan, Forbes.com, 11 Aug. 2026

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