Presence: meaning, definitions and examples

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presence

[ ˈprɛz(ə)ns ]

^{Context #1}

in a meeting

The state or fact of existing, occurring, or being present in a particular place or situation.

Synonyms

attendance, being, existence

Examples of usage

She felt his presence beside her.
The presence of police officers made the protesters nervous.

^{Context #2}

spiritual

A person's bearing or manner.

Synonyms

air, aura, demeanor

Examples of usage

She had a calm and reassuring presence about her.
His presence commanded respect.

^{Context #3}

technology

The immediate vicinity of someone or something.

Synonyms

closeness, nearness, proximity

Examples of usage

The security guard noticed a suspicious presence near the entrance.
The company wanted to establish a stronger online presence.

Translations

Translations of the word "presence" in other languages:

🇵🇹 presença

🇮🇳 उपस्थिति

🇩🇪 Anwesenheit

🇮🇩 kehadiran

🇺🇦 присутність

🇵🇱 obecność

🇯🇵 存在 (sonzai)

🇫🇷 présence

🇪🇸 presencia

🇹🇷 varlık

🇰🇷 존재 (jonjae)

🇸🇦 وجود (wujūd)

🇨🇿 přítomnost

🇸🇰 prítomnosť

🇨🇳 存在 (cúnzài)

🇸🇮 prisotnost

🇮🇸 nærvera

🇰🇿 қатысу

🇬🇪 არსებობა

🇦🇿 varlıq

🇲🇽 presencia

Word origin

The word 'presence' originated from the Latin word 'praesentia' which means 'being present'. It has been used in the English language since the late 14th century. Over time, 'presence' has evolved to encompass various meanings related to existence, proximity, and demeanor. The concept of presence has been explored in philosophy, psychology, and spirituality, highlighting its significance in human interactions and perceptions.