Presence meaning

What does “presence” mean? Definitions, examples, synonyms and opposites.

“presence” is a noun with 6 meanings. Its most common meaning is: the state of being present; current existence.

presence

noun

  1. the state of being present; current existence

    “he tested for the presence of radon”

    Oppositesabsence
  2. the immediate proximity of someone or something

    “she blushed in his presence”

    “he sensed the presence of danger”

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  3. an invisible spiritual being felt to be nearby

  4. the impression that something is present

    “he felt the presence of an evil force”

  5. dignified manner or conduct

  6. the act of being present

    Oppositesabsence

Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University