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nigh Definition and Meaning in English (nigh definition)

adverb
Synonyms:nearclosealmost
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Nigh definition: Nigh refers to something that is near in time, place, or relationship, indicating proximity.

Definitions of Nigh

  1. 1adverb(formal)

    Nigh refers to something that is near in time, place, or relationship, indicating proximity.

  2. 2adjective(formal)

    As an adjective, nigh describes something that is close or approaching, often used to indicate an impending event.

Example Sentences

formal

“The hour is nigh when we must depart.”

casual

“Winter is drawing nigh, bringing colder weather.”

formal

“His end was nigh, and he knew it.”

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Inflected Word Forms

nounnighness

Phrases & Idiomatic Expressions

draw nighphrasal_verb

To approach or come near, often referring to time or an event.

nigh onexpression

Almost; nearly, used to indicate approximation.

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Nigh definition: Nigh refers to something that is near in time, place, or relationship, indicating proximity.
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