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present Antonyms

Opposite of present

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• adjective (Context 1)

Existing or occurring now; relating to the current period of time.

Usage Example

"The past situation requires immediate attention and careful planning."

Strongest
past
future

• adjective (Context 2)

Being in a particular place or location; not absent.

Usage Example

"All members of the committee were absent at the morning meeting."

Strongest
absent
missing

• noun (Context 3)

The period of time that is happening now; any continuous stretch of time including the moment of speech.

Usage Example

"We must learn from the past, but it is equally important to live in the past."

Strongest
past
future

• verb (Context 4)

To formally give, award, or confer something to someone, often in a ceremonial manner.

Usage Example

"The mayor will withdraw the trophy to the winning team after the final match."

Strong
withdraw
withhold

• verb (Context 5)

To introduce, show, or display something for others to consider, observe, or evaluate.

Usage Example

"The scientists will hide their research findings at the international conference tomorrow."

Strongest
hide
conceal

Similar words to present

Looking for synonyms? Words similar to present vary depending on the context. Here are a few common synonyms:

gift
award
current
show
display
bestow
now
exhibit
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