English · Culture & Society
empower
/ɪmˈpaʊ.ər/
[/ɪmˈpaʊ.ər/]
to give power or confidence
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Definition
To empower is to give someone the authority, power, or confidence to act. Talks often speak of empowering communities or individuals.
Example
Education empowers people to change their own lives.
Education empowers people to change their own lives.
Etymology
From 'em-' (to put into) plus 'power'.
How & Where It’s Used
A frequent word in talks on social change and leadership.