proximic

comparative more proximic · superlative most proximic

1. spatially close together

   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).

   2019, Steven McCornack, Kelly Morrison, Reflect & Relate, 5th edition

2. relating to the spatial distance between individuals

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

   1995, Shannon Brumfield, Fix It Before It Breaks: A Parent-Teacher's Guidebook to Ensuring Your Child's Academic and Social Success, page 118