empower (Meaning)

Wordnet

empower (v)

give or delegate power or authority to

give qualities or abilities to

Webster

empower (v. t.)

To give authority to; to delegate power to; to commission; to authorize (having commonly a legal force); as, the Supreme Court is empowered to try and decide cases, civil or criminal; the attorney is empowered to sign an acquittance, and discharge the debtor.

To give moral or physical power, faculties, or abilities to.

empower Sentence Examples

  1. The inspiring speech empowered the audience to pursue their dreams with newfound confidence.
  2. By promoting financial literacy, the program aims to empower individuals to make informed decisions about their finances.
  3. Communities thrive when local governments empower residents to participate in decision-making processes.
  4. With each breakthrough in assistive technology, we empower people with disabilities to live more independently.
  5. Access to quality education empowers individuals with the knowledge and skills to shape a better future for themselves and their communities.
  6. By empowering employees through training and professional development, companies foster a culture of innovation and growth.
  7. The right to vote empowers citizens to hold their elected officials accountable and influence policies that affect their lives.
  8. Encouraging girls to pursue careers in STEM fields empowers them to break stereotypes and contribute to scientific progress.
  9. The empowerment of marginalized communities helps create a more inclusive and equitable society where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.
  10. The international community can empower developing countries by providing access to resources, technology, and education.

FAQs About the word empower

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The inspiring speech empowered the audience to pursue their dreams with newfound confidence.

By promoting financial literacy, the program aims to empower individuals to make informed decisions about their finances.

Communities thrive when local governments empower residents to participate in decision-making processes.

With each breakthrough in assistive technology, we empower people with disabilities to live more independently.