proximic

English

Adjective

proximic (comparative more proximic, superlative most proximic)

1. spatially close together
   • 2019, Steven McCornack, Kelly Morrison, Reflect & Relate, 5th edition:

     For example, friends who are thousands of miles apart can routinely text each other and maintain a sense that they are actually proximic (Baym et al., 2012).

2. relating to the spatial distance between individuals
   • 1995, Shannon Brumfield, Fix It Before It Breaks: A Parent-Teacher's Guidebook to Ensuring Your Child's Academic and Social Success, page 118:

     Adults have most of their experiences with proximic violations when they encounter people from different cultures.