Meaning of 'near'

adjective

being on the left side

Synonyms: nigh

adverb

(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished

Synonyms: about

adverb

near in time or place or relationship

Example: "as the wedding day drew near"

Synonyms: nigh close

adjective

not far distant in time or space or degree or circumstances

Example: "near neighbors"

Synonyms: nigh

adjective

very close in resemblance

Synonyms: approximate

adjective

with or in a close or intimate relationship

Synonyms: dear

adjective

giving or spending with reluctance

Synonyms: close skinny cheeseparing penny-pinching

adjective

closely resembling the genuine article

Example: "near beer"

verb

move towards

Synonyms: approach