What is nearness? How to use in English

Definition & pronunciation of nearness

nearnessnoun
sự gần gũi
/ˈnɪənəs//ˈnɪrnəs/

Where does the word nearness come from?

"Nearness" originates from the Old English word "neah", meaning "near, close". It's a direct descendant of the Proto-Germanic word "nahwō", which also meant "near". This word family is connected to the Proto-Indo-European root "*nekʷ-," which referred to "something that is close, near". Over time, the meaning evolved to denote closeness in terms of physical distance, proximity, and emotional intimacy.

Vocabulary summary nearness

type noun

meaning proximity

meaning stinginess

Example of vocabulary nearnessnamespace

the fact of being a short distance away; the degree to which something is close

the nearness of the river
a feeling of nearness to God
The scent of freshly baked bread wafted through the air, filling the room with its delightful nearness.
The sun's warmth enveloped her skin, making her feel the nearness of summer's impending arrival.
The musician's voice echoed through the crowded hall, sending its nearness reverberating through every corner of the room.

the fact of being a short time away in the future; the degree to which something is close in time