To place in an exalted, eminent, or superior position; to raise to power or authority; sometimes spec. to put on the throne. Also absol.

transitive. To endow with general power or skill (of body or mind); to make strong or powerful; to empower, strengthen, fortify. Obsolete.

To render more powerful or effective; to strengthen, reinforce with additional resources or co-operation; to garrison (a fortress); to provide…

transitive. To make stronger in influence, authority, or security of position.

transitive. To make powerful, empower, strengthen. Obsolete. rare.

transitive. To confer power on, make powerful; (in later use) spec. to give (a person) more control over his or her life or circumstances, by…

transitive. To endow with virtue or power.