PROFFERS Synonyms: 103 Similar and Opposite Words

proffers 1 of 2

noun

plural of proffer

as in proposals

something which is presented for consideration a generous proffer of his baronial estate for the charity gala

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verb

present tense third-person singular of proffer

as in offers

to put before another for acceptance or consideration proffered his assistance in helping the two sides reach a compromise

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as in suggests

to set before the mind for consideration proffered a novel solution for getting themselves out of debt

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Recent Examples of proffers

Noun

What Brooks proffers is not the philosophy these queries require but a kind of pharmacology—a pill designed to alleviate every last pang. — Becca Rothfeld, New Yorker, 30 Mar. 2026

Verb

Bridgers proffers the second of the film’s most impressive transformations when Del is occasionally pressed into service to perform as an underage boy — changing her body language, her gait and, again, her voice. — Jessica Kiang, Variety, 5 Sep. 2026 Their 50-acre estate in the center of Rutherford is home to Bordeaux varieties, including the Malbec used to make this sophisticated rosé, which proffers a nose of raspberry, clementine, and freesia. — Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 19 June 2026 Planted over 10 acres, the vineyard proffers stunning views and pairs vinos with charcuterie for leisurely afternoons. — Nora Heston Tarte, Mercury News, 6 Apr. 2026 The secretary of state’s office is is not the stuff of dreams, but winning it proffers statewide name recognition. — The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 17 Feb. 2026 Saunders proffers no evidence that Boone, say, wrestled with the responsibilities of leadership, or was charming or generous, or cared to do anything with other people but dominate them. — Julius Taranto, The Atlantic, 27 Jan. 2026 Emily Griesinger of the Azusa Pacific University proffers a different point of view. — JSTOR Daily, 12 Oct. 2025

Recent Examples of Synonyms for proffers

Noun

Jacob said the approach could prove politically effective, particularly when the discussion turns to children, but cautioned against conflating the different healthcare proposals.

— Barnini Chakraborty, The Washington Examiner, 12 Nov. 2026
By November 4, voters had voted on 47 measures; 46 resulted in support for tighter controls on data-center development, either through new restrictions or the rejection of proposals that would have encouraged development.

— Amanda Greenwood, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Nov. 2026

Definition of proposals

Verb

The organization also offers free monthly home maintenance workshops to help homeowners tackle basic preventative repairs and vet contractors.

— Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 11 Nov. 2026
Accessibility The property offers ADA-compliant guest rooms, elevators to all floors, and accessible entrances.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Nov. 2026

Definition of offers

Noun

The nurse’s only suggestions were the ones that Malouf had already tried.

— Duaa Eldeib, ProPublica, 8 Nov. 2026
The mayor said the cost escalations for the project have been largely due to community feedback, with suggestions from the public baked into the project.

— Gayla Cawley, Boston Herald, 7 Nov. 2026

Definition of suggestions

Verb

Hemphill says doing the main pruning in spring prevents winter damage to tender young shoots and gives them a clean start for the new season.

— The Spruce, The Spruce, 8 Nov. 2026
Cocktails here are pretty and punchy, and the open-air setting gives it a truly Mediterranean vibe.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Nov. 2026

Definition of gives

Verb

The theory, called covarying coupling constants plus tired light (CCC+TL), proposes that fundamental constants governing physical interactions change together over cosmic time.

— Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 8 Nov. 2026
If a company lacks the internal staff to execute a plan a fractional CMO proposes, a fractional CMO won’t work.

— Zach Thompson, Forbes.com, 6 Nov. 2026