presented
Translation
to present, to give, to show, to introduce
Examples
He presented his findings to the board.
He presented his findings to the board.
She was presented with an award.
She was presented with an award.
The new law presented a challenge.
The new law presented a challenge.
Grammar Patterns
((sb.)) presents ((sth.)) ((to sb.)) to give or show sth. to sb. He presented his ideas to the committee.
((sb.)) is presented ((with sth.)) to be formally given sth. She was presented with a medal.
Similar Words
Synonyms: give, show, offer, introduce; Antonyms: hide, conceal
Etymology
From Latin 'praesentare' (to show, exhibit), from 'prae-' (before) + 'esse' (to be).
Memory Tips
You 'present' a 'present' (gift) to someone.