nearest
Translation
nearest, closest
Examples
Where is the nearest station?
Where is the nearest station?
Grammar Patterns
the nearest ((noun)) the closest (noun) Where is the nearest station?
Similar Words
Synonyms: closest; Antonyms: farthest, most distant
Etymology
The superlative form of 'near', from Old English 'nīehst', which also gave us 'next'.
Memory Tips
It's 'near' + '-est' (the superlative suffix). It means 'the most near' of all options.