noun
- the state or quality of being close in distance, time, or relationship
Examples
- The nearness of the school to our house makes walking easy.
- She felt comforted by the nearness of her family during difficult times.
- The nearness of the deadline made everyone work faster.
- The nearness of the mountains created a beautiful backdrop.
- His nearness made her heart beat faster.
- The nearness of the storm could be felt in the air.