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nonpresence

nonpresence

8.9
Not being in a place or at an event
  • noun
  • /nɒnˈprɛzəns/
translation icon : ausencia
  • Her nonpresence at the ceremony was surprising to everyone who expected her.

Examples

  • The manager commented on the nonpresence of several employees during the important meeting.

  • Her nonpresence at the meeting was noted by everyone.

  • The nonpresence of key witnesses delayed the start of the trial.

  • The nonpresence of the manager caused confusion among the staff.

  • Her nonpresence at the meeting raised concerns among her colleagues.

  • The teacher noted his nonpresence in class during the roll call.

  • Despite the party being in full swing, his nonpresence was felt by everyone.

Synonyms

absent
vsnonpresence
139 1.0

Not present where expected or not existing when needed

names the condition itself rather than describing a person's state
awayness
vsnonpresence
9.9

Not being at a place, for example living in another country

is broader and covers not being present in any place or situation
goneness
vsnonpresence
9.3

A feeling that a person or thing is not here anymore

is a neutral description of the simple condition without emotional tone
nonattendance
vsnonpresence
6.5

Not being present at an event when people expect you

is broader and applies to not being present in any place or situation
nonappearance
vsnonpresence
  • Formal
7.5

A failure by a person to come to a place they should, often in court or at a meeting

is general not being present rather than a failed appearance in legal contexts

Antonyms

951 2.1

Being in a particular place or situation

How Present

in person
271 1.6
online
  • Texting
1.0
on the phone
1.0
nonpresence
8.9

Surface Forms

nonpresence singular
nonpresences plural

Morphology

nonpresence = presence (transparent) = non + presence

Meaning is directly derived from the productive prefix 'non-' (not) applied to 'presence', so learners who know both parts can infer the sense.

Etymology

The word nonpresence comes from non- 'not' and presence 'being there', the same idea you find in present. So nonpresence means the state of 'not being there'.