Proximate

Quick meaning: Proximate is an adjective meaning Close or closest; adjacent.

Meaning

Close or closest; adjacent.

More Meanings

1. (law) Immediately preceding or following in a chain of causation.
2. About to take place; impending.
3. (linguistics) A grammatical marker that distinguishes a relatively salient referent in a given context from a relatively non-salient (obviative) one.

Example Sentences

And writing a Theory of the Deluge here, as we do, we were to exhibit a Series of causes whereby it might be made intelligible, or to shew^([sic]) the proximate Natural Causes of it; […]

[…] the basis of a reformed constitution was laid, by the appointment of a grand council, consisting of all such citizens as could prove that their proximate ancestors had shared in the offices or honours of the state.

The proposed changes recognize that adequate off-street parking is an important, and often challenging, issue in many residential neighborhoods, and attempt to balance the need for off-street parking with appropriate limitations, especially in areas visible from the street or proximate to neighboring properties.

Word Forms

• proximates

Synonyms for proximate

Depending on context, synonyms include near, nigh, imminent, pending, close, immediate.

Antonyms for proximate

Common opposites include distant, far, ultimate.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include immediate, close, nearby, near, approximate, next.

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