preside

[pri-zahyd] / prɪˈzaɪd /

VERB

be in authority

Synonyms

STRONGEST

administer chair govern officiate ordain oversee supervise

STRONG

advise conduct control direct handle head keep lead manage operate run

WEAK

be at the head of be in driver's seat call the signals carry on do the honors head up pull the strings run the show sit on top of

Antonyms

STRONGEST

follow obey

STRONG

abandon give up let go mismanage neglect

WEAK

serve

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Warsh is set to preside over the Fed’s next policy meeting on June 16–17.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026

It’s a two-year term to preside over Southern Section Council meetings.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

On Sunday, Leo will preside over Easter Mass in St. Peter's Square before delivering a typically political blessing which is especially anticipated this year.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

Marking his debut as a quiz show host, Sheen will preside over 100 episodes due to be broadcast later this year.

From BBC • Mar. 16, 2026

Prime among these was a narrow strip of concrete on which she had affixed a camera to the railing of the platform where Nazi officials would preside over the ceremony.

From "The Boys in the Boat: Nine Americans and Their Epic Quest for Gold at the 1936 Berlin Olympics" by Daniel James Brown

Vocabulary lists containing preside

"Give Me Liberty or Give Me Death" by Patrick Henry (1775)

Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!

Just Mercy

Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!

This Week In Words: Current Events Vocab for January 23–29, 2021

Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!