neighboring
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /ˈneɪbərɪŋ/
KK: /ˈneɪbərɪŋ/
adjective
Definition
Located next to or very close to something else.
Example
The neighboring towns often share resources and events.
Conversation
Have you met our new neighboring family yet?
Not yet, but I heard they have kids around our age.
Yeah, I think it would be fun to hang out with our neighboring friends.
Absolutely! We should invite them over for a game night.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
adjacent
nearby
bordering
Antonyms
distant
remote
faraway
verb
Definition
To be situated next to or near something else.
Example
The neighboring houses all have beautiful gardens.
Tense Forms
Past: neighboring
Past Participle: neighboring
Conversation
Have you met the new family neighboring us yet?
Not yet, but I've heard they have a dog!
I hope they're friendly; it would be nice to have good neighboring relationships.
Root Explanation
Neighboring → It is formed from "neighbor" (from Old English "neahgebur", meaning near-dweller) and "-ing" (a suffix used to form adjectives indicating a state or condition). The word "neighboring" describes the state of being near or adjacent to someone or something.
Memory Tip
Think of a 'near-dweller' ('neighbor') to remember that 'neighboring' means being close or next to someone.
Visually Confused Words
coneighboring