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UK/["/əˈdʒeɪsnt/"]/US/["/əˈdʒeɪsnt/"]/

Meaning of Adjacent

next to something

In simple words: next to or near something else

Adjacent in a sentence

  • The planes landed on adjacent runways.
  • numbers that are adjacent in the sequence
  • Our farm land was adjacent to the river.
  • The vineyards of Verzy lie adjacent to those of Verzenay.
  • There is a row of houses immediately adjacent to the factory.

How to use Adjacent

Commonly used in both written and spoken English; appropriate in academic and professional settings. Avoid in overly casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

adjacent + to + noun

Memory hint

Think of 'a-just-cent' — imagine two objects right next to each other at the center point.

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Collocations with Adjacent

Synonyms for Adjacent

Opposites of Adjacent

Common mistakes with Adjacent

  • Confusing with 'distant' or 'remote'.
  • Using it incorrectly with abstract concepts rather than physical objects.
  • Omitting 'to' after 'adjacent'.

Compare Adjacent with Next, Neighboring

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Frequently asked questions about Adjacent

What does Adjacent mean?

next to or near something else

What is the definition of Adjacent?

next to something

How do you use Adjacent in a sentence?

The planes landed on adjacent runways.

Can you give another example of Adjacent?

numbers that are adjacent in the sequence

What are synonyms for Adjacent?

Common alternatives include next, neighboring, contiguous, bordering, adjoining.

What is the opposite of Adjacent?

Opposite meanings include distant, far, remote.

What words go with Adjacent?

It commonly pairs with be, be situated, lie, directly, immediately, to.

What are common mistakes when using Adjacent?

Confusing with 'distant' or 'remote'. Using it incorrectly with abstract concepts rather than physical objects. Omitting 'to' after 'adjacent'.

How do you pronounce Adjacent?

US: /["/əˈdʒeɪsnt/"]/, UK: /["/əˈdʒeɪsnt/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Adjacent?

Commonly used in both written and spoken English; appropriate in academic and professional settings. Avoid in overly casual conversations.

What CEFR level is Adjacent?

"Adjacent" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.