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nearer Definition and Meaning in English (nearer definition)

adjective
Synonyms:closerapproachingimpending
Quick Answer • Definition

Nearer definition: Being at a shorter distance or closer in time than something else.

Definitions of Nearer

  1. 1adjective

    Being at a shorter distance or closer in time than something else.

  2. 2adverb

    To a shorter distance or closer point in space or time.

Example Sentences

casual

“The car came nearer to the intersection.”

general

“We are nearer to achieving our goal.”

casual

“Can you move nearer to the stage?”

Synonyms

Antonyms

fartherfurthermore distant

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adjectivenear
adjectivenearest

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Nearer definition: Being at a shorter distance or closer in time than something else.
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