B1nounsocietybusiness
US/ˈprez.əns/
UK/ˈprez.əns/
the fact of being in a place; also a strong effect a person has on others
In context
Please don't smoke in the presence of children.
The police presence in the area made people feel safer.
The brand has a strong presence on social media.
Words that go with presence
noun + preposition
- in the presence ofThe contract was signed in the presence of a lawyer.
- presence of mindShe had the presence of mind to call for help.
noun + noun
- police presenceThere was a heavy police presence at the match.
adjective + noun
- strong presenceThe company has a strong presence in Asia.
- online presenceEvery small business needs an online presence.