Synonyms for

Presentation

Verb / ˌprezʌˈnteɪʃʌn / Another word for presentation — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The act of showing or explaining something to an audience.

Synonyms & similar words

demonstration intro presentment introduction display demonstration exhibition lecture performance show speech talk address delivery discourse report spiel statement lecture sermon lesson tutorial workshop symposium forum

Synonyms by register

Formal

demonstration exposition display showing

Informal

show spiel pitch talk

Literary

unveiling manifestation disclosure

Antonyms

concealment hiding secrecy obscurity withholding

Common collocations

  • give a presentation
  • presentation skills
  • oral presentation
  • business presentation
  • powerpoint presentation
  • presentation software
  • presentation style
  • presentation topic

Word family

noun presentation
verb present
adjective presentational

Usage note

The word 'presentation' can refer to the act of presenting something or the thing being presented. In a business context, it often implies a formal delivery of information.

Example sentences

  1. She practiced her presentation all night.
  2. The teacher gave a presentation on the Civil War.
  3. I am nervous about my presentation tomorrow.
  4. The presentation was well-received by the audience.
  5. He used a lot of pictures in his presentation.

Quotes

  • The success of your presentation will be judged not by the knowledge you send but by what the listener receives. - Lily Walters
  • The presentation of self is a continual process of negotiation. - Erving Goffman
  • Good design is obvious. Great design is transparent. - Joe Sparano

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