conferred

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conferred

(verb)

Meaning

to grant or bestow a title or right

Example

"The prize was conferred upon the student for her outstanding achievements."

Synonyms

grantedbestowedawarded

Antonyms

withhelddenied

More about this word

Word origin
From Latin 'conferre', meaning to bring together or contribute.
Related word forms
  • verb: confer
  • noun: conference

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