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NIGH

(adj., adverb, adj.sat, verb, prep.)

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There are 6 meanings of the word Nigh.

How to pronounce nigh:

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Nigh - as an adjective

Not far distant in time or space or degree or circumstances

Example: "Near neighbors"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
close7near4

Nigh - as an adverb

Near in time or place or relationship

Example: "As the wedding day drew near"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
close7near4

(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but

Example: "The job is (just) about done"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
about7almost8most6near4nearly9virtually15well-nigh

Nigh - as an adjective satellite

Being on the left side

Example: "The near or nigh horse is the one on the left"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
near4

Nigh - as a verb

To draw nigh (to); to approach; to come near

Nigh - as a preposition

Near; close to

Example Sentences

"The deadline for submitting the project is nigh."
"The storm clouds are nigh, we should seek shelter."
"As the season finale of the show approaches, excitement is nigh."
"The day of reckoning is nigh for the corrupt politician."
"The end of the semester is nigh, and I'm feeling overwhelmed."
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Word Game Points

Is NIGH a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, nigh is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

NIGH has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.

Is NIGH a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, nigh is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
NIGH has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 9.

Is NIGH a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, nigh is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
NIGH has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.

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