1. near in time, place, or relationship
Usage: archaic or literary

1. close or near
Usage: archaic or literary

1. near to
Usage: archaic or literary

Examples

• The end of summer draws nigh.
• The village was nigh the old castle.
• We are nigh unto the promised land.
• The storm clouds were nigh overhead.
• His time was nigh, and he knew it.
• The travelers found shelter nigh the river.
• Dawn was nigh when they finally arrived.