near

/nˈi‍ə/

/ˈnɪɹ/

[adjective] [preposition] [adverb] [verb]

near

[ADJECTIVE]

not far from a place, time, condition, or situation

synonyms : close

nigh

antonyms : far

closely resembling the genuine article

with or in a close or intimate relationship

synonyms : dear

good

being on the left side

synonyms : near(a)

nigh(a)

giving or spending with reluctance

synonyms : cheeseparing

penny-pinching

skinny

very close in resemblance

synonyms : approximate

near

[PREPOSITION]

at a short distance away from someone or something

near

[ADVERB]

not far in distance

synonyms : close

nigh

(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but

synonyms : about

at or to a point in time that is close

to near

[VERB]

MAIN VERB

move towards

synonyms : approach

Examples

1. Their house is situated near the bustling city center.

2. The children were playing near the park's gate.

3. The hotel was conveniently located near several public transportation stops.

4. The school is strategically placed near the residential area.

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