B1adjectivelanguage
US/ˈprez.ənt/
UK/ˈprez.ənt/
being in a particular place; also happening or existing now
In context
All twenty students were present at the class this morning.
The present system for booking hospital appointments is too slow.
Small amounts of plastic were present in the drinking water.
Words that go with present
adjective + preposition
- present atThe minister was present at the opening ceremony.
- present inThis vitamin is present in many green vegetables.
adjective + noun
- present situationIn the present situation, we cannot hire more staff.
- present dayThe story moves from the 1960s to the present day.
- present timeAt the present time, the bridge is closed for repairs.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
The people present in the meeting agreed.Correct: The people present at the meeting agreed.