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

The Opposite(Antonym) of “close”

The antonym of close is open, far, and distant. The antonyms open, far, and distant convey a sense of distance or separation. It implies that something is not near or accessible.

Explore all Antonyms of “close”

• open
• far
• distant
• remote
• aloof
• unfamiliar

Definitions and Examples of open, far, distant

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

open

Not closed or blocked up; allowing access, passage, or air.

Example

The door was open so we walked right in.

far

At or to a great distance in space or time.

Example

The nearest gas station is too far to walk.

distant

Far away in space or time.

Example

The mountain range looked distant from where we stood.

Key Differences: open vs far vs distant

• 1. Open refers to something that is not closed or blocked up.
• 2. Far refers to something that is at a great distance in space or time.
• 3. Distant refers to something that is far away in space or time.

Effective Usage of open, far, distant

• 1. Directions: Use far to describe a location that is not close by.
• 2. Accessibility: Use open to describe something that is not closed or blocked.
• 3. Relationships: Use distant to describe a relationship that is not close or intimate.

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Remember this!

The antonyms have distinct nuances: Open refers to something that is not closed or blocked up, far refers to something that is at a great distance in space or time, and distant refers to something that is far away in space or time. Use these words to give directions, describe accessibility, and relationships.