Presence (Noun)
Meaning 1
The impression that something is present; "he felt the presence of an evil force".
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Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.
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Meaning 2
The immediate proximity of someone or something; "she blushed in his presence"; "he sensed the presence of danger"; "he was well behaved in front of company".
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Nouns denoting spatial position.
Examples
- She blushed in his presence, clearly smitten with the charismatic stranger.
- The dog growled and barked in the presence of the mailman, its tail tucked between its legs.
- He was always well-behaved in the presence of his grandparents, knowing they had high expectations.
- The smell of freshly baked cookies filled the room, a welcome presence in the chilly winter air.
- As she entered the grand hall, she felt the weight of history in her presence, surrounded by priceless works of art.
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Meaning 3
An invisible spiritual being felt to be nearby.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The medium claimed to have felt the presence of a spirit in the room, guiding her hands as she wrote the message.
- Many people reported feeling a strange presence in the abandoned house, as if they were being watched.
- The crowd fell silent as they felt the presence of the guru, his aura commanding respect and attention.
- The family believed that the presence of their deceased loved one was still with them, watching over them from beyond the grave.
- As she walked through the forest, she felt a presence around her, as if the trees and animals were alive and aware of her.
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Meaning 4
The state of being present; current existence; "he tested for the presence of radon".
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The hotel room felt welcoming with her warm presence beside him on the couch.
- She struggled to make a presence in the company due to her quiet demeanor.
- A sudden absence can sometimes reveal a previously unappreciated presence in our lives.
- To maintain his competitive edge, the actor must keep up his presence on social media.
- Regular patrols and security measures serve as an intimidating presence for would-be trespassers.
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Meaning 5
Dignified manner or conduct.
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Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.
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Meaning 6
The act of being present.
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Nouns denoting acts or actions.