PRESENTS Synonyms: 151 Similar and Opposite Words

presents 1 of 3

verb

present tense third-person singular of present

as in offers

to bring before the public in performance or exhibition we will present a performance of Our Town tomorrow evening

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Relevance

as in introduces

to make (one person) known (to another) socially may I present my niece Sarah?

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as in donates

to make a present of the company presented a gold watch to him on the occasion of his retirement

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presents

2 of 3

noun (1)

plural of present

as in todays

the time currently existing or in progress I cannot talk to you at present, but perhaps in a few minutes

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presents

3 of 3

noun (2)

plural of present

as in gifts

something given to someone without expectation of a return an impressive array of presents for the bride and groom

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Recent Examples of presents

Verb

Shalini Adnani’s poignant coming-of-age drama Our Share of Sand presents a unique perspective on India’s gaping class inequality, child labor and the deep corruption underpinning a family’s economic status. — Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 2 Sep. 2026 For this reason, Triola’s belief that a machine’s aggregation acumen presents chefs with an innovative tool for designing recipes strikes me as misguided. — Brady Brickner-Wood, New Yorker, 2 Sep. 2026 With 23 games remaining, each night presents chances for players to impress the Kansas City coaching staff and front office. — Kansas City Star, 2 Sep. 2026 And while digital transformation requires ongoing transformation, even upgrading older analog systems to newer digital ones presents risks that need to be addressed. — Timor Brik, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2026 The fossil examination done by researchers from the Nanjing Institute of Geology and Paleontology (NIGPAS) and the University of Cambridge presents the missing link in insect evolution. — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 31 Aug. 2026 There's also a lack of training among medical professionals, says Uloko, adding that doctors are taught that when a patient presents with classic UTI symptoms, it should be considered a UTI until proven otherwise. — Meghan Rabbitt, NPR, 31 Aug. 2026 Color presents a particular problem for cotton recycling because reactive dyes, widely used on cellulosic fibers, form strong covalent bonds with cellulose. — Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 26 Aug. 2026 For the first time this decade, Vanity Fair presents a Best Dressed List. — Vanity Fair, 25 Aug. 2026

Noun

For the first time ever, Miami-Dade County Public Schools will let students stay home for Eid, a festive day in which friends and family gather to enjoy meals together and exchange presents after a month of fasting from sun up to sun down. — Jimena Tavel, Miami Herald, 27 Aug. 2026 Christmas presents remain a crucial ritual, even when the present is half an apple. — Solitaire Townsend, Forbes.com, 23 Aug. 2026 Bottom line Having bad credit presents challenges when applying for a mortgage. — Deane Biermeier, USA Today, 14 Aug. 2026 At Christmas, we host, decorate our home and a tree, and buy presents for them along with providing the holiday meal, etc. — Jeanne Phillips, Mercury News, 7 Aug. 2026 Wild Inside presents interviews with owl researchers that highlight the birds’ intelligence and heightened senses, voicing their questions about what sufficient captive care would even look like. — Emma Gometz, Scientific American, 7 Aug. 2026 And yet, many folks’ lived experience these days doesn’t jibe with the rosier picture the Fifth Floor presents. — The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 3 Aug. 2026 Since the start of his papacy, Leo has spoken about the risks AI presents for broad swaths of society. — Walter Scheirer, The Conversation, 31 July 2026 Entertainment includes shooting parties, exchanging presents and the annual family walk to Christmas morning service at the Sandringham Church on the estate, which is about 100 miles north of London. — Meredith Kile, PEOPLE, 22 July 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for presents

Verb

While concerns over oil supply disruptions in the Middle East continue to persist, Venezuela offers a bright spot.

— Justina Lee, CNBC, 3 Sep. 2026
Against that backdrop, market organizers must ensure any event offers buyers and sellers a clear return on investment.

— Stewart Clarke, Deadline, 3 Sep. 2026

Definition of offers

Verb

Once Paul Baker and Issa break the news to the rest of the friend group, the show introduces the governing complication that runs through the rest of the season.

— Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 2 Sep. 2026
Any impact — no matter how small — to Meta's core ad business just introduces another level of uncertainty in a stock already on the ropes.

— Paulina Likos, CNBC, 1 Sep. 2026

Definition of introduces

Verb

The company donates diapers and wipes, develops hospital hugger programs and partners with neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) nurses to design products.

— BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 25 Aug. 2026
One community effort already in place is Sprouts’ Food Rescue program, a program that donates unsellable, but edible, groceries to the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank.

— Shi Bradley, Los Angeles Times, 25 Aug. 2026

Definition of donates

Noun

But ask a robot to perform seemingly easy tasks, say, climbing up stairs or grabbing a glass of water, and many of todays droids still struggle.

— Nicholas Gordon, Fortune, 11 Dec. 2025
Massively popular in the Victorian era (especially the late 1800’s), gallery rails are finding their way into todays trad and modern homes alike.

— Lauren Bengtson, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Sep. 2025

Definition of todays

Noun

Focus and Blur A procession of gifts and drinks arrive at the reception.

— Rebecca Suhrawardi, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026
The morality police, which are often accused of extreme policies, recently announced a statewide ban in Sokoto on the use of DJs at events, as well as inappropriate haircuts, extravagant bridal gifts and playing music on public transport.

— ABC News, ABC News, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of gifts

Verb

The delicate shape still nods to classic ballet flats, but the slight heel gives everything a little more polish, making the pairing feel less Sunday lunch with your nan and more Copenhagen Fashion Week.

— Georgia Brown, Glamour, 29 Aug. 2026
The deal gives the United States 55% effective output of the new private company, including an ownership stake and rights to buy oil at cost.

— Collin Binkley, Los Angeles Times, 29 Aug. 2026

Definition of gives

Verb

Caleb loves puzzles, building Lego models and animals, and regularly volunteers with an animal shelter and cat rescue to help socialize the animals.

— Toria Sheffield, PEOPLE, 31 Aug. 2026
The idea began last year with Franky Everleigh of Everleigh Entertainment, who volunteers for RCS.

— Eva Remijan-Toba, Chicago Tribune, 31 Aug. 2026

Definition of volunteers

Noun

There’s also been lots of moments to dress up for too, with megawatt tours from Harry Styles, Ariana Grande, and Zara Larsson; maximalist pop stars with fans eager to follow their lead in sequins and ties, hibiscus flowers in hair.

— Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 31 Aug. 2026
In its bleakest moments, the novel suggests that the ordeal of being gay in a venomously bigoted society negates its bounty.

— Katy Waldman, New Yorker, 31 Aug. 2026

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