Closer: meaning, definitions and examples

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closer

 

[ ˈkloʊzər ]

Adjective / Adverb / Noun
Context #1 | Adjective

in a relationship

Being in a close relationship with someone, having strong emotional or physical ties.

Synonyms

attached, dear, intimate, near

Examples of usage

  • They have become much closer since they started working together.
  • I feel closer to you than to anyone else in my life.
Context #2 | Adverb

to a shorter distance

Moving or bringing something to a position that is less distant or apart.

Synonyms

adjacent, nearer, proximate

Examples of usage

  • Please come closer so I can hear you.
  • Can you move the chair a bit closer to the table?
Context #3 | Noun

song

A popular song by The Chainsmokers featuring Halsey, released in 2016.

Synonyms

hit single, track

Examples of usage

  • I love listening to 'Closer' by The Chainsmokers.

Translations

Translations of the word "closer" in other languages:

🇵🇹 mais próximo

🇮🇳 नज़दीकी (nazdeeki)

🇩🇪 näher

🇮🇩 lebih dekat

🇺🇦 ближче

🇵🇱 bliżej

🇯🇵 もっと近い (motto chikai)

🇫🇷 plus proche

🇪🇸 más cerca

🇹🇷 daha yakın

🇰🇷 더 가까운 (deo gakkaun)

🇸🇦 أقرب (aqrab)

🇨🇿 blíže

🇸🇰 bližšie

🇨🇳 更近 (gèng jìn)

🇸🇮 bližje

🇮🇸 nær

🇰🇿 жақынырақ (zhaqynyraq)

🇬🇪 უფრო ახლოს (upro akhlos)

🇦🇿 daha yaxın

🇲🇽 más cerca

Etymology

The word 'closer' originated from the Middle English word 'clos', which means 'closed'. It evolved over time to refer to things that are near or intimate. In modern usage, 'closer' can refer to relationships, proximity, or even a popular song title. The word has maintained its core meanings of nearness and intimacy throughout its history.

See also: close, closed, closely, closeness, closest, closet, closing, closure, closures, disclose, enclose, enclosure.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #2,408, this word belongs to solid intermediate vocabulary. It's frequently used in both casual and formal contexts and is worth learning for better fluency.