presence meaning and definition

PRESENCE noun

Definition of presence (noun)

1. the state of being present; current existence
   • "he tested for the presence of radon"
   • antonym: absence
2. the immediate proximity of someone or something
   • "she blushed in his presence"; "he sensed the presence of danger"; "he was well behaved in front of company"
   • synonyms: front
3. an invisible spiritual being felt to be nearby
4. the impression that something is present
   • "he felt the presence of an evil force"
5. dignified manner or conduct
   • synonyms: bearing, comportment, mien
6. the act of being present
   • antonym: absence