endow (Meaning)
endow (v)
give qualities or abilities to
furnish with an endowment
endow (v. t.)
To furnish with money or its equivalent, as a permanent fund for support; to make pecuniary provision for; to settle an income upon; especially, to furnish with dower; as, to endow a wife; to endow a public institution.
To enrich or furnish with anything of the nature of a gift (as a quality or faculty); -- followed by with, rarely by of; as, man is endowed by his Maker with reason; to endow with privileges or benefits.
Synonyms & Antonyms of endow
endow Sentence Examples
- The foundation's primary objective was to endow scholarships to deserving students pursuing higher education.
- The endowment of the research center ensured its long-term financial stability and the continuity of groundbreaking scientific exploration.
- The wealthy philanthropist's decision to endow the museum guaranteed its future preservation and accessibility to the public.
- The university received a generous endowment from an anonymous donor, enabling it to expand its academic programs and facilities.
- The endowed professorship attracted top-notch scholars and researchers, enhancing the university's prestige and reputation.
- The endowment fund provided financial support for the restoration and maintenance of the historic landmark.
- The community center's endowment allowed it to offer free programs and services to local residents.
- The endowed chair in music enabled the university to attract a world-renowned composer and conductor to teach and mentor students.
- The endowment of the environmental conservation organization ensured its ability to continue its vital work protecting endangered species and habitats.
- The park's endowment allowed for the development of new recreational facilities and the expansion of green spaces for the enjoyment of the local community.
FAQs About the word endow
give qualities or abilities to, furnish with an endowmentTo furnish with money or its equivalent, as a permanent fund for support; to make pecuniary provision f
bless, equip,gift, indue, invest, favor,provide, empower, endue, heighten
strip,divest, divest, strip, drain, deplete, dispossess, exhaust,drain, deplete
The foundation's primary objective was to endow scholarships to deserving students pursuing higher education.
The endowment of the research center ensured its long-term financial stability and the continuity of groundbreaking scientific exploration.
The wealthy philanthropist's decision to endow the museum guaranteed its future preservation and accessibility to the public.
The university received a generous endowment from an anonymous donor, enabling it to expand its academic programs and facilities.
