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nearest

The word “nearest” has 2 syllables: near-est

It's pronounced as /ˈnɪərɪst/

What is synonym and antonym for nearest?

In the thesaurus, “nearest” has 19 synonyms and 25 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for nearest along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for nearest

  • adjacent
  • affectionate
  • approximate
  • closest
  • confidential
  • convenient
  • cozy
  • direct
  • equidistant
  • inner
  • innermost
  • later
  • loving
  • middle
  • near
  • nearby
  • next-door
  • recent
  • warm

Antonyms for nearest

  • apart
  • away
  • cold
  • cool
  • detached
  • disconnected
  • discrete
  • disliking
  • distant
  • far
  • farthest
  • free-standing
  • isolate
  • isolated
  • nonadjacent
  • noncontiguous
  • outer
  • peripheral
  • remote
  • removed
  • separate
  • single
  • unattached
  • unconnected
  • unlinked

Meanings of nearest

  • adjective
    1. Physically close.
    2. Close in time.
    3. Closely connected or related.
    4. Close to one's interests, affection, etc.; intimate; dear.
    5. Close to anything followed or imitated; not free, loose, or rambling.
    6. So as barely to avoid or pass injury or loss; close; narrow.
    7. Approximate, almost.
    8. (in relation to a vehicle) On the side nearest to the kerb (the left-hand side if one drives on the left).
    9. Next to the driver, when he is on foot; on the left of an animal or a team.
    10. Immediate; direct; close; short.
    11. Stingy; parsimonious.
  • preposition
    1. Closest to.

Example Sentences

  • She hurried to the nearest cafe to grab a cup of coffee before her morning meeting.
  • The hiker searched for the nearest trailhead to begin his trek through the forest.
  • In case of emergency, please proceed to the nearest exit and follow the evacuation route.
  • The doctor's office is located in the nearest building on the left side of the street.
  • When the power went out, they lit candles and gathered around the nearest source of light to continue their conversation.

On this page you'll find 44 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to nearest, such as: adjacent, affectionate, apart, approximate, away, closest, cold.

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