Synonyms for

Provides

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

Definition

To supply or give something to someone or something.

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

furnishes supplies affords yields

Informal

gives lends shares offers

Literary

bestows grants vouchsafes

Antonyms

withholds denies deprives removes takes refuses keeps

Common collocations

  • provides a service
  • provides information
  • provides support
  • provides funding
  • provides opportunities
  • provides access
  • provides a solution

Word family

noun provision
verb provide
adjective provided
adverb provisionally

Usage note

Often followed by 'for' when indicating the purpose or recipient, e.g., 'provides for the needy'. Can also be followed by 'with' to indicate what is being supplied, e.g., 'provides the team with equipment'.

Example sentences

  1. Mom provides us with food and shelter.
  2. The school provides books and other learning materials to the students.
  3. The company provides its employees with health insurance.
  4. The hotel provides free breakfast to its guests.
  5. The government provides financial aid to people in need.

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