bestowed

USAGE SUMMARY

“bestowed” is a correct and usable word in written English.
It is a verb that means to grant, give, or confer. Example sentence: The teacher bestowed an award on the student for her excellent work.

✓ Grammatically correct

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The Hollywood film U-571 (2000), in which the Royal Navy's capture of an Enigma machine during the second world war is falsely attributed to an American crew (including chief engineer Jon Bon Jovi), was denounced in parliament by prime minister Tony Blair.

The Guardian - Film

U Myint Aye, aged 61, from Yangon, has a long track record of peaceful political activism.

The Guardian

Referring back to her iconic look in the Nothing Compares 2 U video – a huge international hit written by Prince – O'Connor admitted that she was asked by her label to reconsider her image for the 1990s video.

The Guardian - Music

In Britain, the US and France the top 1% have over the past 100 years seen their fortunes rise and fall and rise again in a U-shaped arc.

The Guardian - Business

Of these, Brundage sa id 85% – almost 600,000 – are unemployed even though many of them are employable.

The Guardian - Business

"This time it was União da Madeira, his eighth promotion, from the second division to the first tier (or seventh if we exclude last year as he was sacked before the end of the season): P. Ferreira 90-91, Académica 96-97, U. Leiria 97-98, Belenenses 98-99, Leixões 06-07, Arouca 12-13, Moreirense 13-14 and U. Madeira 14-15.

The Guardian - Sport

The U-6 number is around 13%, Yellen says.

The Guardian - Business

But on Thursday at an EU summit in Brussels, Luxembourg performed a U-turn and promised to hand over all the tax rulings to the commission after Vestager announced she was extending her inquiry to all 28 EU countries.

The Guardian

Indeed the pressure became so intense over the past 72 hours that the government was forced into an embarrassing U-turn over plans to cut allowances for younger disabled people in the republic.

The Guardian

"I guess it hurts 2 have the producers tell u to ur face that nicki is the best judge we've had since simon [cowell]," the rapper further tweeted.

The Guardian - Music

Amnesty is calling for the immediate release of Burmese human rights activist U Myint Aye, who is serving a life sentence for his alleged involvement in planning a bomb attack in the Shwepyitha Township in Yangon on 1 July 2008.

The Guardian

Expert writing Tips

Best practice

Use "bestowed" when you want to emphasize the act of formally or ceremoniously giving something valuable or significant.

Common error

Avoid using "bestowed" in casual conversation or informal writing. Simpler words like "gave" or "provided" are often more appropriate.

Linguistic Context

The primary grammatical function of "bestowed" is as a verb, typically in the past tense or as a past participle. It describes the act of formally granting or conferring something, such as an honor, right, or gift. According to Ludwig AI, the word is correct and usable.

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Ludwig's WRAP-UP

In summary, "bestowed" is a grammatically correct verb used to describe the act of formally granting or conferring something significant. Ludwig AI confirms its usability in written English. While it's appropriate for formal contexts like academic or official settings, it may sound out of place in casual conversation. Alternatives like "conferred", "granted", and "awarded" can be used depending on the specific nuance you want to convey.

More alternative expressions

Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:

bestowed upon

Adds emphasis and formality to the act of bestowing.

conferred

Implies a formal or official granting of a right or honor.

granted

Suggests permission or allowance, often in an official context.

awarded

Specifically refers to the giving of a prize or honor.

given

A general term for transferring possession; less formal than "bestowed".

endowed

Implies providing someone with a quality or attribute.

presented

Highlights the act of formally giving something.

imparted

Suggests the communication or transfer of knowledge or wisdom.

accorded

Implies giving someone respect or treatment due to them.

furnished

Indicates providing something necessary or useful.

FAQs

How to use "bestowed" in a sentence?

"Bestowed" is a verb that means to grant or give something. For example, "The university bestowed an honorary degree on the distinguished scientist."

What can I say instead of "bestowed"?

You can use alternatives like "conferred", "granted", or "awarded" depending on the context.

What is the difference between "bestowed" and "given"?

"Bestowed" implies a more formal or ceremonial giving, while "given" is a general term for transferring possession.

Is "bestowed" appropriate for everyday conversation?

While grammatically correct, "bestowed" is typically more suitable for formal writing or speeches rather than everyday conversation.