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- pronunciation:
- pr
vaId
- features:
- Word Parts
| part of speech: |
verb |
| inflections: |
provides, providing, provided |
| definition 1: |
to give what is needed; supply.
The math teacher provided books, rulers, and paper.- synonyms:
- furnish, serve, supply
- antonyms:
- deprive, refuse, withhold
- similar words:
- accommodate, afford, allow, provision
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| definition 2: |
to make available for use.
The group provides an important service.- synonyms:
- afford
- similar words:
- administer, carry, extend, fulfill, implement, perform, render, serve
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| definition 3: |
to set as a rule; arrange as a condition.
The law provides that people who litter will be fined. |
| definition 4: |
to supply necessary items such as money (often followed by "for").
She provides for her children.- synonyms:
- minister
- antonyms:
- neglect
- similar words:
- care for, cater, outfit, serve
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| related words: |
afford, cater, contribute, deliver, equip, give, grant, issue, outfit, prepare, present, produce, spare, stock |
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| derivations: |
providable (adj.), provider (n.) |
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