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单词 empower
释义

empower

verb

em·​pow·​er im-ˈpau̇(-ə)r How to pronounce empower (audio)
empowered; empowering; empowers

transitive verb

1
: to give official authority or legal power to
empowered her attorney to act on her behalf
2
: enable sense 1a
… nootropic agents empower the lower amounts of acetylcholine in diseased brains to work overtime … Science News
3
: to promote the self-actualization or influence of
The American women's movement has been inspiring and empowering women for nearly 20 years … Ron Hansen
Members of our discipline often envision themselves as agents of social change who try to promote critique of dominant ideologies and empower students to become active participants in the larger political world. Christy Friend

Synonyms

  • accredit
  • authorize
  • certify
  • charter [British]
  • commission
  • enable
  • invest
  • license
  • licence
  • qualify
  • vest
  • warrant
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Example Sentences

seeking changes in the workplace that will empower women the federal agency empowered to collect taxes
Recent Examples on the Web Teaching kids how to navigate health care and what to do if they are mistreated or discriminated against would reduce maltreatment and empower citizens. Gary Stix, Scientific American, 30 Aug. 2022 Starting a family is the next step in a love and partnership between the two, who have collaborated to empower Black youth and to speak out against social injustices over the years. Victoria Uwumarogie, Essence, 29 Aug. 2022 But until then, all of us can still fuel our businesses’ growth and empower our internal teams by augmenting automation with risk management. Ronan Burke, Forbes, 26 Aug. 2022 To empower renters and help landlords comply with evolving protections, both parties must understand their legal rights and responsibilities and seek effective and cost-efficient methods to resolve disputes without litigation. Christopher Ptomey, Fortune, 24 Aug. 2022 To empower Native Hawaiians and return some of their rights, the tourism industry needs to change, beginning with its ethos, Kajihiro said. Scottie Andrew, CNN, 18 Aug. 2022 The League of United Latin American Citizens has done so much throughout its history to empower U.S. Latinos and defend their rights. Elaine Ayala, San Antonio Express-News, 1 Aug. 2022 With every breaking news story, CNN’s team of global journalists are always there to inform, empower, and engage the world about the most critical moments in time. Angelique Jackson, Variety, 27 July 2022 In addition to garnering excitement with their latest throwback moment, the two want to empower their fans with the Bobbi Brown campaign. Michelle Lee, PEOPLE.com, 4 May 2022 See More

Word History

First Known Use

1648, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

empower

verb

em·​pow·​er im-ˈpau̇-ər How to pronounce empower (audio)
empowered; empowering
: to give authority or legal power to
She empowered her lawyer to act on her behalf.

Legal Definition

empower

transitive verb

em·​pow·​er im-ˈpau̇-ər How to pronounce empower (audio)
: to give official authority or legal power to
no branch of government should be empowered unilaterally to impose a serious penalty L. H. Tribe

empower

verb

1
as in to enable
to give official or legal power to the federal agency empowered to collect taxes

Synonyms & Similar Words

Relevance
  • enable
  • authorize
  • qualify
  • allow
  • invest
  • certify
  • commission
  • entitle
  • license
  • permit
  • accredit
  • charter
  • warrant
  • vest
  • affirm
  • induct
  • endorse
  • approve
  • validate
  • let
  • initiate
  • sanction
  • licence
  • confirm
  • install
  • inaugurate
  • credential
  • privilege
  • enfranchise
  • okay
  • instate
  • indorse
  • clear
  • swear in
  • OK

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • prevent
  • hinder
  • disqualify
  • impede
  • discourage
  • exclude
  • constrain
  • inhibit
  • deny
  • stop
  • obstruct
  • disallow
  • prohibit
  • disenfranchise
  • block
  • hold back
  • enjoin
  • ban
  • forbid
  • bar
  • proscribe
  • disfranchise
  • disbar
  • outlaw
  • veto
  • shut out
  • interdict
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2
as in to let
to make able or possible workshops in financial management to empower workers to plan for their retirement

Synonyms & Similar Words

  • enable
  • let
  • allow
  • permit
  • prepare
  • equip
  • ready
  • qualify
  • approve
  • endorse
  • sanction
  • fit
  • habilitate
  • condition
  • indorse

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • prevent
  • inhibit
  • preclude
  • prohibit
  • enjoin
  • forbid
  • disallow
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