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

The Opposite(Antonym) of “further”

The antonym of further is closer, nearer, and less. The antonyms closer and nearer convey a sense of proximity or short distance, while less implies a smaller amount or degree.

Explore all Antonyms of “further”

• closer
• nearer
• less
• behind
• hinder
• impede
• retard

Definitions and Examples of closer, nearer, less

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

closer

At a short distance in space or time.

Example

The store is closer than you think, just a few blocks away.

nearer

At a short distance in space or time; closer than something else.

Example

The airport is nearer to the city center than the train station.

less

To a smaller extent or degree; not as much.

Example

I have less money than I did last month.

Key Differences: closer vs nearer vs less

• 1. Closer and nearer are synonyms that describe a short distance or proximity.
• 2. Less is an antonym that describes a smaller amount or degree.

Effective Usage of closer, nearer, less

• 1. Giving Directions: Use closer and nearer to indicate proximity or distance.
• 2. Comparing Quantities: Use less to compare amounts or degrees.
• 3. Expressing Preferences: Use closer and nearer to express a preference for something nearby.

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Remember this!

The antonyms of further are closer, nearer, and less. Use closer and nearer to indicate proximity or distance, and less to compare amounts or degrees. These words can be used in giving directions, comparing quantities, and expressing preferences.