1. plural of presence; the state of being present in a place or situation
2. multiple people’s personal qualities that make them noticeable or impressive
3. multiple supernatural or spiritual beings believed to be present

Examples

• The teacher noted the presences and absences on the attendance sheet.
• Both actors had commanding presences on stage.
• The security cameras detected multiple presences in the building.
• Their presences at the meeting made all the difference.
• She felt mysterious presences in the old house.
• The presences of the dignitaries honored the ceremony.