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 This generation of local brands is able to get a foothold in the market because of proximity and access to cost-effective manufacturing infrastructure that emerging brands in Europe and the US don’t have. — Ashley Ogawa Clarke, Vogue, 22 Oct. 2026 The change of location has had a mixed response, with many citing Edinburgh’s charm and proximity to annual comedy festival the Edinburgh Fringe as reason’s for the festival success. — K.j. Yossman, Variety, 22 Oct. 2026 Its proximity to New York City — the closest of the three — was a draw. — Gabe Castro-Root, New York Times, 22 Oct. 2026 Russia, the United States and China have all maneuvered satellites into close proximity of other nations' hardware in recent years. — Mike Wall, Space.com, 21 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for proximity

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Noun

For Wiseman, the experience of seeing our home planet from the vicinity of the moon carried a powerful message.

— Daisy Dobrijevic, Space.com, 18 Oct. 2026
There is nothing worse than opening your suitcase after a grueling travel day, only to find that one villainous beauty product has exploded and ruined everything in its vicinity.

— ElleAnna Revell, Condé Nast Traveler, 14 Oct. 2026

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