B2nounformalurbansociety
US/prɑːkˈsɪm.ə.ti/
UK/prɒkˈsɪm.ə.ti/
the state of being near someone or something in space or time
In context
Many people choose to live in close proximity to their workplace.
The shop owes its success to its proximity to the train station.
The proximity of the exams made it hard to relax.
Words that go with proximity
adjective + noun
- close proximityThey live in close proximity to each other.
- geographical proximityGeographical proximity makes trade between the two towns easy.
- physical proximityPhysical proximity can help teams build trust.
noun + preposition
- in proximity toThe farm is in proximity to a busy road.
- proximity toThe hotel is popular because of its proximity to the beach.
noun + noun
- proximity sensorThe phone has a proximity sensor that turns off the screen during calls.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
near proximityCorrect: close proximity