Definition

The act of being present at a place, especially at a meeting or event.

Example

Her attendance at the conference was greatly appreciated by the organizers.

Conversation

Did you see the attendance numbers for the concert last night?

Yeah, it was packed! I heard they sold out completely.

That's awesome! I hope they keep getting that kind of attendance for future shows.

For sure! It really shows how popular they are right now.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Attendance → It is formed from "ad-" (meaning to) and "tendere" (meaning to stretch or extend). The word refers to the act of stretching oneself towards or being present at a place or event.

Memory Tip

Think of 'stretching towards' ('tendere') a place or event when you think of attendance.

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