offer (A2)

verb

Pronunciation: /ˈɔːfər/

Definition

To present something to someone to accept or reject.

Examples

• They offered me a job.

• She offered to help with my bags.

• He offered a prayer for peace.

How to Use offer

offer somebody something (prepositional phrase)

To give or present something to a person. — "The bank offered me a loan."

offer to do something (prepositional phrase)

To say you will do something for someone. — "I will offer to help you move."

offer something for something (prepositional phrase)

To present something at a certain price. — "They offered the car for $5,000."

Synonyms of offer

Words with a similar meaning to offer:

• propose
• tender
• present
• extend

Antonyms of offer

Words with the opposite meaning to offer:

• refuse
• reject

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