endeign

/ˈɛndeɪn/

Definitions

1. verb

to claim or demand something as one’s right, especially in an arrogant or presumptuous manner.

“He endeigned a place at the front of the line, much to the annoyance of others.”

2. verb

to set or place something in a particular position or condition.

“The manager endeigned the new employee in the marketing department.”

3. verb

to establish or put something into effect.

“The new policy endeigned to reduce energy consumption in the building.”

Synonyms

  • assert
  • claim
  • demand
  • presume

Antonyms

  • abandon
  • relinquish
  • yield