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Endow - Dictionary

Endow

Part of Speech

Verb

Pronunciation

IPA: /ɪnˈdaʊ/

Phonetic: in-DOW

Definitions

  • To provide with a quality, ability, or asset.
  • To give a permanent source of income or property to an institution, person, or cause.

Usage Examples

  • "Nature has endowed humans with intelligence and curiosity."
  • "The philanthropist endowed the university with a generous grant."

Etymology

Derived from Middle English "endowen," from Anglo-Norman "endover," and from Old French "en-" (in) + "douer" (to provide with a dowry).

Synonyms

Bestow, Grant, Provide, Bequeath, Furnish

Antonyms

Deprive, Withhold, Dispossess

Translations - Global Languages

Language Translation Pronunciation
SpanishDotardo-TAR
FrenchDoterdo-TAY
GermanAusstattenOWS-shta-ten
RussianНаделитьna-de-LEET'
Chinese赋予fù yǔ
Japanese授けるsazukeru
Arabicيمنحyamnah

Translations - Indian Languages

Language Translation Pronunciation
Hindiप्रदान करनाpradaan karna
Bengaliপ্রদান করাprodan kora
Teluguఇచ్చిపెట్టడంichchipettadam
Marathiप्रदान करणेpradaan karne
Tamilஅளித்தல்aliththal
Gujaratiપ્રદાન કરવુંpradaan karvu

Regional Pronunciation Variations

  • British English: /ɪnˈdaʊ/
  • American English: /ɪnˈdaʊ/

Historical Usage

The word "endow" has been used in legal, religious, and academic contexts since the Middle Ages, often referring to financial donations to institutions.

Cultural Nuances

In philanthropy, endowments are long-term financial gifts that help organizations sustain their missions over time.

More Information

Endowments are commonly associated with universities, hospitals, and cultural institutions, providing financial stability and supporting research and development.

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