proffer

[ prof-er ]

verb (used with object)

1. to put before a person for acceptance; offer.

   Synonyms: volunteer, propose, submit, tender

noun

1. the act of proffering.
2. an offer or proposal.

proffer

/ ˈprɒfə /

verb

1. tr to offer for acceptance; tender

noun

1. the act of proffering

Derived Forms

• ˈprofferer, noun

Other Words From

• prof·fer·er noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of proffer¹

First recorded in 1250–1300; Middle English profren, from Anglo-French profrer, variant of Old French poroffrir, equivalent to por- pro- ¹ + offrir offer

Word History and Origins

Origin of proffer¹

C13: from Old French proffrir, from pro- ¹+ offrir to offer

Synonym Study

See offer.

Example Sentences

District Judge Tanya Chutkan, has to decide before the actual trial commences what evidence proffered by the DOJ will be admissible.

From Salon

People started critiquing the photo’s indie sleaze revival because the carefree feeling proffered by Charli and the throwback era felt inauthentic in 2024.

From Salon

His unpredictable artistic journey continues — just don’t expect Linklater to proffer grandiose explanations for how it’s been sustained.

From Los Angeles Times

Brandolino, however, countered that the testimony was not exacted as proffered, but it was not that far from what he believed was going to be said.

From Los Angeles Times

Passersby pressed their hands into hers, proffering congratulations.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• propound