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Meaning of nigh
The primary meaning of the word "nigh" is close or near in terms of distance, time, or relationship.
Etymology of nigh
The word "nigh" has its roots in Old English and Germanic languages, with the Old English word "neh" meaning "near" or "close"
The word has been used in English since the 9th century, with its meaning and usage evolving over time to include various senses of proximity and closeness
Synonyms
near
close
nearby
adjacent
adjoining
neighboring
proximate
imminent
approaching
forthcoming
impending
upcoming
looming
pending
forthcoming
imminent
closest
nearest
next
handy
convenient
accessible
available
ready
at hand
within reach
in proximity
bordering
abutting
contiguous
proximal
adjacent to
in the vicinity of
in the neighborhood of
hard by
close by
just around the corner
on the horizon
almost here
Definitions
- Used to indicate a location or position that is close to something else
- * Used to indicate a time that is close to the present or to a specific point in the past or future
- * Used to describe a relationship that is close or intimate
Usage Examples
- The city is nigh, we can see the skyscrapers from here
- * The deadline is nigh, we need to finish the project as soon as possible
- * The couple's anniversary is nigh, they are planning a romantic getaway
Antonyms
far
distant
remote
away
absent
removed
disconnected
separate
detached
isolated
unconnected
unrelated
disconnected
aloof
inaccessible
unapproachable
out of reach
unavailable
far-off
inaccessible
unreachable
unattainable
unsuitable
impractical