presence

Definition

  • noun: the fact of being in a particular place
  • noun: the fact or condition of being 'present'
  • usually singular
  • synonyms: person, personality, air

Examples

  • an actor with a commanding 'presence' on the stage = an actor with a commanding 'stage presence' [=an actor with a powerful quality that attracts attention on the stage]

  • She talked about the growing 'presence' of women in the construction industry. [=the increasing number of women working in the construction industry]

  • There is a heavy military 'presence' in the city. [=there are a lot of soldiers, military vehicles, etc., in the city]

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