nigh Synonyms
Another word for nigh
• adverb (Context 1)
Nearly; almost (often preceded by "well" or followed by "on" or "onto").
"It was almost impossible to see the trail through the dense mountain fog."
• adjective (Context 2)
Located or occurring a short distance away in space, time, or relationship; near or imminent (now chiefly archaic, literary, or dialectal).
"As the winter solstice drew closer, the villagers knew the longest night of the year was near."
• adverb (Context 3)
At or to a short distance away in space or time; near (now chiefly archaic or poetic).
"The travelers sought shelter as the evening shadows drew near."
• preposition (Context 4)
Near or close to in space, time, or degree (now chiefly archaic, literary, or regional).
"Exhausted from the long trek, he was near collapse by the time he reached the camp."
• adjective (Context 5)
Designating the left-hand side of a horse, team of draft animals, or vehicle (traditionally the side from which a rider mounts or a driver walks).
"The driver checked the harness on the near horse before guiding the wagon onto the road."
Opposites of nigh
The opposite of nigh shifts depending on context. Common opposites include: