Synonyms for

Offering

Verb / ˈɔ:fɜ:ɪŋ / / ˈɔ:frɪŋ / Another word for offering — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

something offered for sale or given as a gift

Synonyms & similar words

putup bid offer extend proffer propose oblation tender declareoneself offerup popthequestion volunteer provide contribution donation gift present offertory tithe alms charity handout grant endowment subsidy stipend bonus reward premium fee charge price rate

Synonyms by register

Formal

donation contribution presentation submission

Informal

gift handout contribution

Literary

oblation sacrifice tithe

Antonyms

taking withholding keeping retaining denial refusal

Common collocations

  • a generous offering
  • make an offering
  • religious offering
  • peace offering
  • special offering
  • final offering
  • annual offering

Word family

noun offering
verb offer
adjective offered

Usage note

The word 'offering' can refer to a donation, a sacrifice, or something presented. In a religious context, it often implies a sacrifice or gift to a deity.

Example sentences

  1. I am giving an offering to the church.
  2. The store is having a sale on their offerings.
  3. She made an offering of food to her neighbor.
  4. The charity received many offerings from generous donors.
  5. The museum had a special offering of art from a famous artist.

Quotes

  • "The truest expression of a people is in its dance and in its music. Bodies never lie." - Agnes de Mille
  • "The offering of one's self to others is a rare gift." - Dolores Huerta
  • "The heart of a mother is a deep abyss at the bottom of which you will always find forgiveness." - Honore de Balzac

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