vouchsafer

/ˈvoʊtʃˌseɪf/

Definitions

1. verb

to grant or allow something, especially in a generous or indulgent manner.

“The king vouchsafed an audience to the ambassador.”

2. verb

to bestow or grant something, especially a privilege or benefit.

“The university vouchsafed a scholarship to the deserving student.”

3. noun

an act of granting or allowing something.

“The vouchsafing of the land grant was a major milestone in the town’s history.”

Synonyms

  • allow
  • bestow
  • grant

Antonyms

  • deny
  • withhold