proffer

verb
UK: /ˈprɒfər/
US: /ˈprɑːfər/

  1. To offer something to someone.

    1. He did proffer a handshake to seal the deal.
    2. She did proffer some advice, though it wasn't kindly received.

  2. To present or put forward something for acceptance or consideration.

    1. They did proffer a solution to the ongoing problem.
    2. The company will proffer a detailed explanation for the accounting error.

Synonyms

offer proposal submit present suggestion tender extend
proffer noun

  1. An act of offering something; an offer.

    1. I accepted his proffer of help.
    2. Her proffer of assistance came at a crucial moment for us.

  2. Something offered or presented.

    1. The peace talks began with a hopeful proffer from both sides.
    2. His proffer of friendship was unexpected, given their history.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "proffer" in English means: To offer something to someone., To present or put forward something for acceptance or consideration..

The phonetic transcription of "proffer" is /ˈprɒfər/ in British English and /ˈprɑːfər/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "proffer": offer, proposal, submit, present, suggestion, tender, extend.

Example usage of "proffer": "He did proffer a handshake to seal the deal.". More examples on the page.