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propinquity

noun

/prəˈpɪŋkwɪti/

Meaning

the state of being close to someone or something; proximity

The propinquity of their houses made them close friends.

proximity, closeness, nearness, adjacency, vicinity

distance, remoteness, separation

physical propinquity, geographical propinquity, emotional propinquity

a business or company; a project or undertaking that requires effort and initiative

a person who is among the first to explore, develop, or innovate in a field

The state of being old and showing the weaknesses of age, especially mental decline.

a feeling of bitterness or indignation at being treated unfairly

The state of being calm, peaceful, and untroubled.

The existing state of affairs, especially regarding social or political issues.