pro
ffer
Third Person
proffers
Present Participle
proffering
Past Tense
proffered
Past Participle
proffered
1
to offer something and let the other person decide whether to accept or reject it
- The job applicant nervously proffered their resume to the interviewer.
- The teacher proffered a challenging math problem to the students for extra credit.
- In a gesture of goodwill, she proffered a plate of freshly baked cookies to her new neighbors.
Synonyms:
2
to offer an explanation, advice, or one's opinion on something
transitive
- Despite his reservations, John proffered his opinion on the matter, hoping to contribute to the discussion.
- Sarah proffered her advice on how to handle the situation, drawing from her years of experience in the industry.
- The manager proffered constructive feedback to the team.
- The therapist proffered gentle guidance and support to the patient navigating through a difficult period in their life.
- As a seasoned traveler, Emily proffered suggestions for itinerary planning and sightseeing to her friends visiting from abroad.