presence
noun
- 1
The fact or condition of being present, or of being within sight or call, or at hand.
“Any painter can benefit from the presence of a live model from which to draw.”
- 2
The part of space within one's immediate vicinity.
“Bob never said anything about it in my presence.”
- 3
A quality of poise and effectiveness that enables a performer to achieve a close relationship with their audience.
- 4
A quality that sets an individual out from others; a quality that makes them noticed and/or admired even if they are not speaking or performing.
“Despite being less than five foot, she filled up the theatre with her stage presence.”
- 5
Something (as a spirit) felt or believed to be present.
“I'm convinced that there was a presence in that building that I can't explain, which led to my heroic actions.”
- 6
A company's business activity in a particular market.
- 7
An assembly of great persons.
- 8
The state of being closely focused on the here and now, not distracted by irrelevant thoughts.
Antonyms
verb
- 1
To make or become present.
noun
- 1
(audio) The ambient sounds in a room or on a set.
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