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empower
[em-pou-er]
verb (used with object)
to give power pow power or authority to; authorize, especially by legal or official means.
I empowered my agent to make the deal for me. The local ordinance empowers the board of health to close unsanitary restaurants.
Synonyms: , , ,to enable or permit.
Wealth empowered him to live a comfortable life.
empower
/ ɪˈ貹ʊə /
verb
to give or delegate power or authority to; authorize
to give ability to; enable or permit
Other 51Թ Forms
- empowerment noun
- unempowered adjective
Example Sentences
Doing so could allow it to justify measures that would empower the government to act against its own citizens.
"The association believes that empowering women in engineering not only helps meet the growing demand but also brings diverse perspectives and innovative solutions to the industry."
“We believe it is critical that individuals are empowered to have choice and transparency with respect to their genetic data.”
“It’s pretty empowering, because you can help future students,” said Alferos, who has continued his studies with the loan program.
"Immigration authorities feel empowered to conduct arrests that they're legally not allowed to do," he said.
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