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Synonyms & Similar Words
supply
furnish
offer
give
provide for
cater
accommodate
cater to
meet the needs of
fulfill
satisfy
contribute
donate
endow
bestow
grant
allocate
distribute
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administer
render
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tender
extend
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hand out
dish out
dole out
make available
offer up
Meaning of Provide
To make something available or to supply something that is needed.
Definitions
- To make something available or to supply something that is needed
- To take care of or attend to something
- To make preparations for something
- To give someone something that they need or want
Etymology of Provide
The word "provide" comes from the Old French word "purveoir", which is derived from the Latin words "pro" (meaning "before" or "in advance") and "videre" (meaning "to see"), and originally meant "to foresee" or "to take care of in advance"
Historically, the word "provide" has been used in English since the 15th century, and its meaning has evolved over time to include a range of senses related to supplying, furnishing, and taking care of things
Example Uses
- The company will provide lunch for all employees on Fridays
- The charity provides food and shelter for homeless people
- The university provides a range of services for students, including counseling and academic support
- The government will provide financial assistance to families affected by the natural disaster