Nigh
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /naɪ/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Nigh is an adjective meaning Not remote in degree, kindred, circumstances, etc.; closely allied; intimate.
Meaning
Not remote in degree, kindred, circumstances, etc.; closely allied; intimate.
More Meanings
- (ambitransitive) to draw nigh (to); to approach; to come near
- Almost, nearly.
- near; close to
- (archaic, poetic) Near, close by.
Example Sentences
The end is nigh!
Daybreak is drawing nigh.
You then went to St. Andrews, the nighest ocean port.
The enemy, somewhat imboldened, draws nigher to the fort.
Word Forms
- nigher
- nighest
- nighs
- nighing
- nighed
Synonyms for nigh
Depending on context, synonyms include close, near, virtually, about, well-nigh, nearly.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include near, well-nigh, almost, about, nearly, virtually.
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