closeness
13 synonyms and 1 antonym for closeness, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The state of being near in distance, time, or relationship.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
meanness
tightness
nearness
minginess
parsimony
stuffiness
niggardness
niggardliness
secretiveness
tightfistedness
parsimoniousness
Antonyms
How to use closeness
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
emotional closeness
closeness of a relationship
Etymology
From close plus the noun-forming suffix -ness.
Full origin of closeness →Frequently asked questions
What does “closeness” mean?
The word “closeness” means the state of being near in distance, time, or relationship. In plain terms, how near, intimate, or (less commonly) stingy someone or something is.
How do you pronounce “closeness”?
“Closeness” is pronounced KLOHS-nuhs (/ˈkloʊs.nəs/ in IPA).
How do you use “closeness” in a sentence?
Here is “closeness” used in a sentence: “The closeness of the two families made the wedding feel like one big reunion.”
What part of speech is “closeness”?
“Closeness” is a noun.
Is “closeness” a common word?
“Closeness” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the C1 level.
How many meanings does “closeness” have?
“Closeness” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the state of being near in distance, time, or relationship.
