endower

/ˈɛndəʊər/

Definitions

1. noun

A person or thing that endows or provides with something, especially money or a gift.

“The charitable endower of the foundation was honored for his contributions.”

2. verb

To provide or give something, especially money or a gift, to someone or something.

“The company endeavored to endow its employees with stock options.”

Synonyms

  • benefactor
  • donor

Antonyms

  • depriver
  • withholder