The Opposite(Antonym) of “nearness”
The antonyms of nearness are distance, remoteness, and farness. These words describe the opposite of being close or nearby.
Explore all Antonyms of “nearness”
Definitions and Examples of distance, remoteness, farness
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
The amount of space between two objects, places, or points.
Example
The distance between New York and Los Angeles is about 2,800 miles.
The state of being far away in distance or time; not easily accessible or approachable.
Example
The remoteness of the village made it hard for people to get there.
The quality of being far away in distance or time.
Example
The farness of the planet from the sun makes it very cold.
Key Differences: distance vs remoteness vs farness
- 1Distance refers to the amount of space between two objects or places.
- 2Remoteness describes a place that is far away and not easily accessible.
- 3Farness is used to describe something that is far away in distance or time.
Effective Usage of distance, remoteness, farness
- 1Geography: Use these antonyms to describe the location of places.
- 2Relationships: Use these antonyms to describe the emotional distance between people.
- 3Travel: Use these antonyms to describe the distance between destinations.
Remember this!
The antonyms of nearness are distance, remoteness, and farness. Use these words to describe the location of places, the emotional distance between people, and the distance between destinations.
