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adjacent

/əˈdʒeɪ.sənt/intermediate Level

English Meaning & Definitions

1.adjective

Next to or adjoining something else.

Example Sentences:
  • They sat in adjacent rooms during the exam.
  • The hotel has a restaurant and an adjacent parking lot.
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Cultural Origin & Etymology

Late Middle English: from Latin ad- 'to' + jacere 'to lie'. Thus, it literally means lying near to or bordering upon something.

Memory Aid & Mnemonic

Think of 'ad' (add) and 'acent' (agent): The real estate agent added an adjacent room to the property.

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Frequently Asked Questions About “adjacent

1. What is the meaning of “adjacent” in English?

In English, adjacent (adjective) is defined as: “Next to or adjoining something else.”.

2. How do you use “adjacent” in a sentence?

They sat in adjacent rooms during the exam.

3. What are English synonyms of “adjacent”?

Common synonyms include:adjoining,neighboring,bordering,contiguous

4. What is the etymology and word origin of “adjacent”?

Late Middle English: from Latin ad- 'to' + jacere 'to lie'. Thus, it literally means lying near to or bordering upon something.