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Provide

UK //prəˈvaɪd//US //prəˈvaɪd//

Definition

To supply or make available something that is needed.

In simple words: To give something that is needed.

Examples

The charity will provide food for the homeless.
I can provide you with the information you need.
They provide necessary support for the students.
The hotel aims to provide excellent service.
We must provide our clients with quality products.
The government plans to provide better healthcare.
Can you provide a summary of the report?
She will provide assistance during the event.

Usage notes

Use 'provide' when discussing giving something necessary or essential. Generally neutral but can be formal in legal contexts.

Grammar pattern

provide + object

Memory hint

Think of a 'provider' like a waiter giving you food.

Collocations

provide assistance
provide support
provide information
provide resources
provide care

Synonyms

supply
furnish
deliver
offer
give

Antonyms

withhold
deny
deprive

Common mistakes

Confusing with 'supply' which has a slightly different scope.
Using 'provide' without an object, which is incorrect.
Using a wrong preposition; 'provide to' is less common than 'provide with'.