bestow

/bi'stou/
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bestow

The university will bestow an honorary degree upon the distinguished scientist.

Definition
  1. Verb:
    • To give something as a gift or honor: To present or confer something, often formally or as an act of generosity.
    • To apply or devote something (like time or effort): To put something to use or dedicate it to a particular purpose.
Usage
  • The verb "bestow" is typically used in formal or literary contexts. It is often followed by the preposition "on" or "upon" to indicate the recipient of what is given.
  • It describes the act of granting something valuable, such as an award, title, quality, or attention.
Examples
  • Formal Granting:
    • The king will bestow a knighthood upon the brave soldier.
    • The foundation bestows its annual prize on an outstanding young scientist.
  • Applying a Quality:
    • Her wise counsel bestows great confidence on the team.
    • The gentle lighting bestowed a warm and cozy atmosphere on the room.
Advanced Usage
  • "to bestow one's favor/attention on someone": To give someone special approval, kindness, or notice.
    • The celebrity bestows her attention only on a few select charities.
  • "to bestow a name": To give a name formally.
    • They bestowed the name "Hope" upon their new ship.
Variants and Related Words
  • Bestowal (n): The act of bestowing; a grant or gift.
    • The bestowal of the award was a great honor.
Synonyms
  • Confer: To grant or bestow (a title, degree, benefit).
  • Present: To give something formally.
  • Endow: To provide with a quality, ability, or asset.
  • Award: To give something as a prize or recognition.
Antonyms
  • Withhold: To refuse to give something.
  • Deprive: To take something away.
Related Phrases
  • "Bestow upon": The most common phrasal construction.
    • Great responsibility was bestowed upon the new leader.
bestow

The university will bestow an honorary degree upon the distinguished scientist.

Verb
  1. bestow a quality on
    • Her presence lends a certain cachet to the company
    • The music added a lot to the play
    • She brings a special atmosphere to our meetings
    • This adds a light note to the program
  2. give as a gift
  3. present
    • The university conferred a degree on its most famous former student, who never graduated
    • bestow an honor on someone

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