Presided Meaning in English
word · lemma: preside
Definition
To have been in charge of or to have led a meeting, event, or group, usually in a formal or official way.
Usage & Nuances
'Presided' is formal and often used for leadership roles in meetings, ceremonies, or official events ('presided over the ceremony'). Commonly appears in official, legal, or historical contexts. Not used for casual leadership (e.g., not for leading a game).
Spanish: presidirPortuguese (BR): presidirPortuguese (PT): presidirChinese (Simplified): 主持Chinese (Traditional): 主持Hindi: अध्यक्षता कीArabic: ترأسBengali: সভাপতিত্ব করেছেন - পরিচালনা করেছেনRussian: председательствовалJapanese: 司会した - 主宰したVietnamese: chủ trìKorean: 주재했다 - 사회를 봤다 (공식)Turkish: başkanlık ettiUrdu: صدارت کیIndonesian: memimpin - memimpin secara resmi
Example Sentences
She presided over the meeting yesterday.
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The judge presided at the court hearing.
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He presided over the official ceremony.
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Dr. Smith presided when the new project team was introduced.
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The mayor presided as the community celebrated the anniversary.
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For years, she presided over the board with fairness and skill.
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