Synonyms of presents

presents 1 of 3

verb

present tense third-person singular of present

1

as in offers

to bring before the public in performance or exhibition

we will present a performance of Our Town tomorrow evening

Synonyms & Similar Words

• offers
• gives
• carries
• stages
• performs
• shows
• displays
• mounts
• exhibits
• exposes
• unveils
• comes out with
• represents
• renders
• portrays
• plays
• depicts
• enacts
• shows off
• dramatizes
• acts
• previews
• extends
• proffers
• parades
• tenders
• impersonates

2

as in introduces

to make (one person) known (to another) socially

may I present my niece Sarah?

Synonyms & Similar Words

• introduces
• acquaints
• greets
• addresses
• hails
• reintroduces
• meets
• reacquaints

3

as in donates

to make a present of

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

• donates
• volunteers
• gives
• provides
• contributes
• bestows
• offers
• furnishes
• gives away
• renders
• gives of
• issues
• awards
• affords
• confers
• endows
• pays
• dispenses
• imparts
• throws in
• kicks in
• proffers
• lavishes
• benefits
• chips in
• aids
• assists
• pitches in
• regales
• extends
• administers
• endues
• comps
• helps
• hands out
• doles out
• sacrifices
• metes (out)
• dishes out
• tenders
• forks (over, out, or up)
• puts up
• pungles (up)

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• holds
• keeps
• retains
• preserves
• saves
• lends
• withholds
• advances
• sells
• pockets
• loans

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

• todays
• nows
• moments
• states
• here and nows
• phases
• stages

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• histories
• pasts
• yesterdays
• yores
• yesteryears
• offings
• futures
• tomorrows
• futurities
• hereafters
• by-and-bys

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

• gifts
• presentations
• donations
• contributions
• offerings
• rewards
• freebies
• giveaways
• comps
• largesses
• bonuses
• bestowals
• grants
• handsels
• awards
• doles
• prizes
• lagniappes
• fairings
• donatives
• beneficences
• care packages
• subsidies
• generosities
• alms
• benevolences
• benefactions
• handouts
• charities
• tips
• sacrifices
• tithes
• tributes
• oblations
• windfalls
• courtesies
• foys
• boxes
• valentines
• favors
• remembrances
• legacies
• dowries
• propines
• philanthropies
• bequests
• gratuities
• boons

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• advances
• loans
• bribes
• peace offerings
• sops
• douceurs

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of presents

Verb

That presents Europe with a tough choice between its defense and its social welfare programs. — David Goldman, CNN Money, 8 July 2026

Margo’s layered voice presents a challenge; the novel-to-series pipeline often relies too heavily on clunky, uncinematic narration. — Judy Berman, Time, 8 July 2026

The film presents a fly-on-the-wall portrait of Mizrahi’s creative process. — Brent Lang, Variety, 8 July 2026

Through its campaign, Star One Credit Union presents itself as an alternative with competitive rates, lower fees and personalized service. — Nollyanne Delacruz, Mercury News, 8 July 2026

The operational side of things presents significant challenges as well. — Indrabati Lahiri, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026

The July 29th performance presents fans with the rare opportunity to catch King in a fully- acoustic setting in Music City. — John D. Luerssen, SPIN, 7 July 2026

Unlike scenic destinations that become part of a wedding backdrop, Walshe said Madison Square Garden presents the opposite challenge because designers would first have to erase the venue's familiar arena feel before creating something entirely new. — Lauryn Overhultz , Larry Fink, FOXNews.com, 1 July 2026

If a significant other presents you with an unconventional workaround later in the day, don’t dismiss it. — Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 1 July 2026

Noun

The new season for Reda 1865 presents formalwear through different end users. — Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 7 July 2026

Absolutely nothing better than getting presents on other people's birthdays. — Alyssa Rotunno, InStyle, 4 July 2026

Your performance marketing lead presents ROAS, CPA and new customer acquisition. — George Kapernaros, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026

But, if the tickle for adventure presents, then there are some beautiful beaches and remote sand dunes to explore nearby. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 June 2026

Scobell says Glider presents challenges all his own. — Lily Brown, PEOPLE, 24 June 2026

Winfrey pointed to her own childhood in Mississippi as formative in her desire to provide for the audience, recalling a Christmas when her family had no presents before nuns turned up to her house with gifts. — Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 23 June 2026

Money market accounts have high interest rates that can help grow your money faster and more effectively, with none of the risk that investing presents in today's uncertain economy. — Matt Richardson, CBS News, 23 June 2026

Strong attendance and lots of donations are the best housewarming presents Executive Director Pam Klaus could hope for. — Sal Pizarro, Mercury News, 20 June 2026