PROXIMATE Synonyms: 61 Similar and Opposite Words

proximate

adjective

ˈpräk-sə-mət

Definition of proximate

as in approaching

being soon to appear or take place the proximate publication of his first novel

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Relevance

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

as in near

not being distant in time, space, or significance the husband feels that their house is a little too proximate to his in-laws' condo for his peace and comfort

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Recent Examples of proximate Some are genuinely proximate for certain people and sectors, and genuinely distant for others. — Vibhas Ratanjee, Forbes.com, 10 Mar. 2026 That project will allow advertisers to contextually search for moments or sentiments in scenes proximate to ad breaks. — Dade Hayes, Deadline, 3 Mar. 2026 This may become particularly relevant when the proximate red giant star known as Betelgeuse, located around 700 light-years away, goes supernova. — Robert Lea, Space.com, 13 June 2025 Sackett detailed how being proximate to the spark of inspiration for projects has benefited her clients who work in physical production. — Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 8 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for proximate

Recent Examples of Synonyms for proximate

Adjective

The 2026 midterm elections are fast approaching, and in some states, voters are already casting ballots.

— Melina Khan, USA Today, 22 Sep. 2026
Election day in South Dakota is fast approaching, and several important statewide offices will be on your ballots.

— Gabriel Brito, Sioux Falls Argus Leader, 9 Sep. 2026

Definition of approaching

Adjective

The series, which comprises eight 45-minute episodes, is set in the near future, at a time when humanity’s survival rests on a new generation of elite pilots.

— Leo Barraclough, Variety, 9 Oct. 2026
To get gear in, FORM staffers typically meet the artist’s semis at the nearest major road juncture and load equipment into box trucks.

— Katie Bain, Billboard, 8 Oct. 2026

Definition of near

Adjective

But the latest release — though unlikely to materially affect the results of the upcoming election — once again concentrates attention on Tinubu’s time in the US.

— Adrian Elimian, semafor.com, 8 Oct. 2026
The upcoming Doha Film Festival has unveiled its 15-title competition lineup made up mostly of Middle East premieres of movies from the region, seven of which directed by women.

— Nick Vivarelli, Variety, 8 Oct. 2026

Definition of upcoming

Adjective

The first five conditions describe any lasting affectionate bond, such as a close friendship.

— Pascal Vrticka, Scientific American, 4 Oct. 2026
While formally a candidate for European Union membership, Serbia’s accession process has stalled under Vucic, who maintains close ties with Russia and China.

— ABC News, ABC News, 3 Oct. 2026

Definition of close

Adjective

Middleton’s district includes Sunrise Mall, and in the coming years, the city will attempt to guide the struggling property through an ambitious revitalization effort.

— Sacbee.com, Sacbee.com, 1 Oct. 2026
Adidas Virginia Adistar Jellyfish V2 is expected in the coming months, with several colorways set to be released throughout 2027 according to @brandon1an.

— Riley Jones, Footwear News, 30 Sep. 2026

Definition of coming

Adjective

The immediate focus is on joint development, testing, and demonstration.

— Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 9 Oct. 2026
Bystander videos and photos posted by on social media showed a man sitting on the ground with his hands behind his back, in the immediate aftermath of the shooting.

— Philip Marcelo, Chicago Tribune, 8 Oct. 2026

Definition of immediate

Adjective

Aubrey Layne, Sentara’s chief administrative officer, said lower payment rates from government programs — and impending cuts to Medicaid — are forcing the hospital to play hardball with the insurers that are representing employers.

— Bob Herman, STAT, 5 Oct. 2026
The film is a satire about an impending climate change apocalypse that’s triggered by the drilling operations of oil tycoon Digger Rockwell, played by Cruise, who looks nearly unrecognizable clad in prosthetics and graying hair.

— Samantha Masunaga, Los Angeles Times, 4 Oct. 2026

Definition of impending

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