Presence: meaning, definitions and examples
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presence
[ ˈprɛz(ə)ns ]
in a meeting
The state or fact of existing, occurring, or being present in a particular place or situation.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- She felt his presence beside her.
- The presence of police officers made the protesters nervous.
spiritual
A person's bearing or manner.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- She had a calm and reassuring presence about her.
- His presence commanded respect.
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.
See also: present, presentable, presentation, presentations, presented, presenter, presenting, presently, presents.