adj
Uncommon
nearer
NEER-ruh
Nearer (adj) means Comparative of near: less distant; closer. Example: “Choose whichever hospital is nearer.”
adj
1
Comparative of near: less distant; closer.
"Choose whichever hospital is nearer."
"The finish line looked nearer than it actually was."
prep
1
Closer to a particular place, time, or state.
"We moved nearer the front of the queue."
How to use nearer
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe comparative form of "near" — more close than something else.
Common pairings
nearer to
get nearer
nearer the truth
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What does “nearer” mean?
The word “nearer” means comparative of near: less distant; closer. In plain terms, the comparative form of "near" — more close than something else.
How do you pronounce “nearer”?
“Nearer” is pronounced NEER-ruh (/ˈnɪɹɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “nearer” in a sentence?
Here is “nearer” used in a sentence: “Choose whichever hospital is nearer.”
What part of speech is “nearer”?
Depending on how it is used, “nearer” can be an adjective and a preposition.
Is “nearer” a common word?
“Nearer” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “nearer” have?
“Nearer” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: comparative of near: less distant; closer.
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