Simple meaning
What does Close mean?
Close means near or connected in a strong way.
Dictionary definition
Near in space, time, feeling, or relationship.
Example sentences
Close in a sentence
easy
The park is close to our house.
medium
My sister and I are close friends.
hard
The race was close because both runners finished almost together.
Synonyms
Words like Close
nearUse for something a short distance away.
connectedUse when people or things have a strong link.
Antonyms
Opposite words
Word family
Close word family
Base word
close
adjective
closer
More close.
adjective
closest
Most close.
adverb
closely
In a close or careful way.
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Quick practice
Try Close
Practice 1
What does close mean in "The store is close"?
Close can mean near in place.
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