"Nigh" Pronounce,Meaning And Examples

"Nigh" Meaning

Near or close to; in the vicinity of.

"Nigh" Examples

Nigh

Nigh is an archaic or poetic way of saying "near" or "almost". Here are 5 examples of its usage:

As the sun sets, the stars begin to shine nigh. (meaning: almost, and/or very close)
The castle stood nigh the river, its towers looming high. (meaning: near the river)
The swallows fly nigh the windows, chirping sweet melodies. (meaning: almost, and/or very close to the windows)
I can see the sea nigh the horizon, so calm and blue. (meaning: almost, and/or very close to the horizon)
The storm clouds gather nigh, threatening to unleash a torrent of rain. (meaning: almost, and/or very close, and/or impending)