When to see a doctor. People may have symptoms after a traumatic event but not have PTSD - the feelings may include fear and anxiety, as well as a lack of concentration, sadness and changes in sleeping and eating habits. There may even be bouts of crying. This does not necessarily mean that the person has PTSD.
Synonyms: close, immediate, near, proximate. These adjectives mean not far from another in space, time, or relationship: an airport close to town; her immediate family; his nearest relative; the proximate neighborhood. See Also Synonyms at complete.
close; to a point or place not far away: Come near so I won't have to shout. at, within, or to a short distance. close in time: The New Year draws near. close in relation; closely with respect to connection, similarity, intimacy, etc. (often used in combination): a near-standing position.