empower (C1)
verb
Pronunciation: /ɪmˈpaʊər/
Definition
To give someone the authority or power to do something, or to make someone stronger and more confident.
Examples
The training program is designed to empower individuals with the skills they need to succeed.
She felt empowered by the support of her colleagues.
The government aims to empower local communities to manage their own resources.
How to Use empower
- empower someone to do something (prepositional phrase)
- To give someone the ability or right to do something. — "The teacher's encouragement empowered her students to believe in their own abilities."
- empower someone with something (prepositional phrase)
- To give someone the power or authority that comes from having a particular skill or quality. — "This course will empower you with the knowledge to manage your finances effectively."
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