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bestowment

/bɪˈstəʊ.mənt/

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noun

/bɪˈstəʊ.mənt/C2formal
  • ruСуществительное, обозначающее дар, который вручается или присваивается, или акт оказания чести или вручения подарка.

A noun referring to a gift that is bestowed or conferred, or the act of conferring an honor or presenting a gift.

  1. A gift or honor conferredC1formal

    Something that is given or granted, such as a gift, award, or privilege.

    ruДар или награда

    • The bestowment of the scholarship was a life-changing event for her.
    • His generous bestowment to the library was greatly appreciated.
    • The bestowment of the title 'Sir' is a rare honor.

    Synonymsawardbequestboonconfermentcontributiondonationendowmentgiftgrantpresent

  2. The act of giving or grantingC1formal

    The formal action of presenting a gift, honor, or privilege to someone.

    ruДарование

    • The bestowment of the award took place during the annual ceremony.
    • The bestowment of citizenship is a significant legal process.
    • The committee oversaw the bestowment of several grants to local artists.

    Synonymsawardbestowalconfermentconferraldonationpresentation

    Antonymsconfiscationdeprivationforfeiturerevocationseizurewithdrawal

Forms
  • bestowments plural form
  • bestowments' possessive plural form
  • bestowment's possessive singular form