Propinquity was all about kinship when it entered English in the 14th century via an expansion in Latin of prope to propinquus, meaning “near, akin.” Its general “nearness” meaning developed soon after.

In social psychology, propinquity (/ prəˈpɪŋkwɪtiː /; from Latin propinquitas, "nearness") is one of the main factors leading to interpersonal attraction. It refers to the physical or psychological proximity …

PROPINQUITY definition: nearness in place; proximity. See examples of propinquity used in a sentence.

Propinquity to the consequences of one's conduct has been lost, as have been the valuable lessons for correcting one's behavior.

propinquity, n. meanings, etymology, pronunciation and more in the Oxford English Dictionary

Definition of propinquity noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

propinquity (prəˈpɪŋkwɪtɪ) n 1. nearness in place or time 2. nearness in relationship

"Propinquity" is a fancy way to talk about nearness—whether it's in space, time, or relationship. It's one of those $10 words that smart people toss around to describe more than just physical proximity. …

Oct 25, 2025 · Geographical propinquity gives rise to conflicting territorial claims from Bosnia to Mindanao.

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