What is the Opposite(Antonym) of “away”?

The Opposite(Antonym) of “away”

The antonyms of away are here, present, and near. These antonyms describe a location or position in relation to the speaker.

Explore all Antonyms of “away”

• here
• present
• near

Definitions and Examples of here, present, near

Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!

here

In, at, or to this place or position.

Example

I am here now, waiting for you.

present

Existing or occurring in a place or thing; being in attendance or at hand.

Example

All the present members of the club voted in favor of the new proposal.

near

At or to a short distance away; close in space or time.

Example

The grocery store is near my house, so I can walk there.

Key Differences: here vs present vs near

• 1. Here refers to a specific location where the speaker is currently located.
• 2. Present describes something that exists or is currently happening, or someone who is physically attending an event or meeting.
• 3. Near indicates proximity to a location or object, but does not necessarily imply the speaker's presence.

Effective Usage of here, present, near

• 1. Location: Use here to indicate your current location.
• 2. Attendance: Use present to describe someone who is physically attending an event or meeting.
• 3. Proximity: Use near to describe something that is close in space or time.

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Remember this!

The antonyms of away describe a location or position in relation to the speaker. Use here to indicate your current location, present to describe someone who is physically attending an event or meeting, and near to describe something that is close in space or time.