presence

noun

1. the state of being present; current existence

   noun.state

   Examples

   He tested for the presence of radon.

   Source: WordNet 3.0

2. the immediate proximity of someone or something

   noun.location

   Examples

   She blushed in his presence.

   He sensed the presence of danger.

   Synonyms front

   Source: WordNet 3.0

3. an invisible spiritual being felt to be nearby

   noun.person

   Source: WordNet 3.0

4. the impression that something is present

   noun.cognition

   Examples

   He felt the presence of an evil force.

   Source: WordNet 3.0

5. dignified manner or conduct

   noun.attribute

   Synonyms bearing comportment mien

   Source: WordNet 3.0

6. the act of being present

   noun.act

   Antonyms absence

   Source: WordNet 3.0

7. The state of being present, or of being within sight or call, or at hand; -- opposed to <i>absence</i>.

   noun

   Source: webster1913