PROXIMATE
(adj., adj.sat, noun)Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Proximate.
Proximate - as an adjective
Closest in degree or order (space or time) especially in a chain of causes and effects
Example: "News of his proximate arrival"
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
ultimateProximate - as an adjective satellite
Very close in space or time
Example: "Proximate words"
Proximate - as a noun
A grammatical marker in the algonquian (and some other) languages for a principal third person.
Example Sentences
"The proximate cause of the accident was a brake failure."
"The proximate reason for her resignation was a disagreement with her boss."
"The proximate location of the hotel to the beach made it very convenient for the tourists."
"The proximate source of the noise was a construction site next door."
"The proximate result of the experiment was inconclusive."
Word Game Points
Is PROXIMATE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, proximate is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PROXIMATE has a SCRABBLE points total of 20.
Is PROXIMATE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, proximate is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPROXIMATE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 22.
Is PROXIMATE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, proximate is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPROXIMATE has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.
