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bestow

[bɪˈstəʊ]

bestow Definition

  • 1to give something as an honor or present
  • 2to apply or devote time, skill, or effort to something

Using bestow: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "bestow" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The university will bestow an honorary degree on the author.

  • Example

    She bestowed her full attention on the lecture.

  • Example

    He bestowed a great deal of time and effort on the project.

  • Example

    The king bestowed many gifts on his loyal subjects.

bestow Synonyms and Antonyms

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Idioms Using bestow

  • bestow a favor on

    to do something kind or helpful for someone

    Example

    He bestowed a great favor on me by lending me the money I needed.

  • to give oneself completely to someone or something

    Example

    She had bestowed herself on her work, neglecting her family and friends.

  • to give the title of monarch to someone

    Example

    The Archbishop of Canterbury bestowed the crown on the new king.

Phrases with bestow

  • to give something as a gift or honor to someone

    Example

    The company bestowed a special award on its top salesperson.

  • to give something as a gift or honor to someone

    Example

    The queen bestowed a knighthood upon the actor for his services to drama.

  • to give one's love or attention to someone

    Example

    She had bestowed her affections on him, but he did not return them.

Origins of bestow

from Old English 'be-' meaning 'thoroughly' + 'stōwian' meaning 'to place'

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Summary: bestow in Brief

'Bestow' [bɪˈstəʊ] means to give something as an honor or present, or to apply time, skill, or effort to something. It is often used in formal contexts, such as 'The university will bestow an honorary degree on the author.' 'Bestow' can also be used in phrases like 'bestow on,' 'bestow upon,' and 'bestow one's affections on,' as well as idioms like 'bestow a favor on' and 'bestow oneself on.'

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