Present

Definition

The term "present" can refer to the current time (noun), being in a specific place (adjective), or the act of offering or showing something (verb).

Parts of Speech

• Noun
• Adjective
• Verb

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation (noun/adjective): /ˈprɛz.ənt/
• Respelling: PREZ-uhnt
• IPA Pronunciation (verb): /prɪˈzɛnt/
• Respelling: pri-ZENT

British English

• IPA Pronunciation (noun/adjective): /ˈprɛz.ənt/
• Respelling: PREZ-uhnt
• IPA Pronunciation (verb): /prɪˈzɛnt/
• Respelling: pri-ZENT

Etymology

The word "present" originates from the Latin "praesentem," meaning "being in sight" or "immediate." It evolved through Old French "present" into Middle English, retaining its meanings of time, presence, and offering.

Derivatives

• Presentation (noun)
• Presenter (noun)
• Presence (noun)
• Presently (adverb)
• Represent (verb)

Synonyms

• Current (adjective)
• Offer (verb)
• Gift (noun)

Antonyms

• Absent (adjective)
• Past (noun/adjective)
• Withdraw (verb)

Usage

The word "present" is versatile and used in different contexts. For example: "I live in the present" (noun), "She was present at the meeting" (adjective), or "They will present their findings tomorrow" (verb).

Related Terms

• Time: A continuum in which events occur.
• Gift: Something given to someone without expecting payment.
• Offer: To present or propose something.

Detailed Definitions

Noun

• The current moment in time: Refers to the now, as opposed to the past or future.
  • Example: "We should focus on the present rather than dwell on the past."
• A gift: Something given to someone voluntarily as a token of appreciation or celebration.
  • Example: "She received a beautiful present for her birthday."

Adjective

• Being in a specific place or time: Indicates presence or attendance.
  • Example: "All members were present at the meeting."
• Existing or happening now: Describes something occurring at the current moment.
  • Example: "The present situation demands immediate action."

Verb

• To offer or give formally: Refers to the act of providing or showing something to others.
  • Example: "The team will present their proposal tomorrow."
• To introduce or bring to attention: Refers to the act of formally displaying or explaining something.
  • Example: "He was asked to present the award to the winner."