Synonyms of provide

provide

verb

prə-ˈvīd 

as in to give

to put (something) into the possession of someone for use or consumption

this luxury hotel provides all the comforts of home to well-heeled vacationers

Synonyms & Similar Words

• give
• supply
• furnish
• deliver
• hand
• feed
• distribute
• hand over
• dispense
• allocate
• portion
• administer
• deal (out)
• assign
• apportion
• ply (with)
• transfer
• dole out
• prorate
• parcel (out)
• mete (out)
• cede
• deed
• make over

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• keep (back)
• hold (back)
• retain
• maintain
• preserve
• withhold
• save
• reserve
• conserve
• keep up

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of provide

The federal government must provide predictable visa processes, and research institutions must sustain international collaboration. — Carole Labonne, Washington Post, 8 Nov. 2026

The microclimate under the log provides moisture and food like worms and other arthropods and also protection for these amphibians. — Pamm Cooper, Hartford Courant, 8 Nov. 2026

Graham continued to lead the defense, while Clark returned from a two-game absence to provide an offensive spark. — Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 8 Nov. 2026

Maple seeds, known as samaras, provide a bounty for small mammals such as squirrels, chipmunks, rats and mice. — Carl R. Gold, Baltimore Sun, 8 Nov. 2026

Phrases Containing provide

• provide (for)