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pre·sent2
present2
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- parts of speech:
- verb, noun
- features:
- Word Combinations (verb), Homophone Note, Word Explorer, Word Parts
part of speech: |
verb |
pronunciation: |
prih
zent
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inflections: |
presents, presenting, presented |
definition 1: |
to give or provide with a gift or award.
The judges presented a blue ribbon to the winner.- synonyms:
- give
- similar words:
- accord, award, bestow, confer, contribute, donate, endow, furnish, grant, provide
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definition 2: |
to show.
The theater presented a play by Shaw.He presented his driver's license to the police officer.- synonyms:
- display, exhibit, show
- similar words:
- demonstrate, hand over, produce
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definition 3: |
to introduce in a formal way.
May I present Mr. Bascomb?- synonyms:
- introduce
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definition 4: |
to show up at a place.
You must present yourself at the office on Tuesday for an interview.- similar words:
- show
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related words: |
air, approach, assert, cite, extend, give, give away, hand, illustrate, perform, raise, screen, serve, suggest, unfold, volunteer |
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part of speech: |
noun |
pronunciation: |
pre
znt
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definition: |
something given as a gift.
She received presents on her birthday.
- synonyms:
- gift
- similar words:
- donation, favor, grant, offering, tip
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related words: |
contribution, treat |
derivation: |
presenter (n.) |
Are you looking for the word presence? The plural of present ("presents") sounds like presence.
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