Definition

The state of being close to someone or something in terms of location, relationship, or similarity.

Example

Their propinquity made it easy for them to become close friends.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about how our propinquity affects our friendship?

Yeah, I think being close in location really helps us stay connected.

Exactly! It's nice to have that propinquity when we want to hang out.

Definitely! It makes spontaneous plans so much easier.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Propinquity → It is formed from "pro-" (meaning near) and "pinqere" (from Latin "pinqere", meaning to prick or to touch). The word describes the state of being near or close to something, either in physical space or in relationship.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'near' ('pro-') to something that 'touches' you ('pinqere') — that's why propinquity means closeness.

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