What does OFFER mean?

Offer

Parts of Speech: verb, noun

Definitions:

• Verb: to present or propose something for acceptance or rejection; to provide or supply something for someone to use or take advantage of
• Noun: an act of presenting something for acceptance or rejection; a proposal or suggestion; something that is provided or supplied for use or consumption

Pronunciations:

• US: /ˈɔfər/
• UK: /ˈɒfər/

Origin and Usage:

The word "offer" comes from the Old English word "offrian" which means "to sacrifice" or "to offer." The word has been used in the English language since the 14th century. The verb form of "offer" is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing, while the noun form is often used in legal documents and business negotiations.

Synonyms:

• present
• propose
• suggest
• provide
• supply

Related Words:

• favor
• grasp
• honor
• peace
• trust

Example Sentences:

• She will offer her help to anyone who needs it.
• The company offered her a job with a higher salary.
• He made an offer to buy the house, but it was rejected.
• The offer of free samples attracted many customers to the store.
• She accepted the offer and started working for the company the next week.