empower

/ɛmpˈa‍ʊɐ/

/ɪmˈpaʊɝ/

[verb]

to empower

[VERB]

MAIN VERB

to give someone the power or authorization to do something particular

synonyms : authorise

authorize

give qualities or abilities to

synonyms : endow

Examples

1. The retirement community organized a workshop to teach seniors how to become silver surfers, empowering them to navigate the internet, shop online, and access information at their fingertips.

2. No doubt the new technologies will empower the human collective.

3. Empowering one empowers all.

4. Empowering women empowers men, children, families and ultimately the entire society.