Synonyms of empowerment

empowerment

noun

im-ˈpau̇(-ə)r-mənt 

as in mandate

the granting of power to perform various acts or duties

the empowerment of her husband to make medical decisions on her behalf is clearly stated in her living will

Synonyms & Similar Words

• mandate
• accreditation
• authorization
• delegation
• license
• commission
• promotion
• facilitation
• directing
• entrustment
• fostering
• consignment
• commanding
• commendation
• ordering

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of empowerment

Shipstead’s electrifying novel spans decades and brings the period of early aviation to thrilling life, in the process touching on themes of women’s empowerment and struggle. — David Faris, TheWeek, 16 Sep. 2026

And today’s player-empowerment era could have inspired him to sit out training camp and play the waiting game. — Shayna Goldman, New York Times, 16 Sep. 2026

For them, lowriding is also about culture, family, empowerment and sisterhood. — Ashley Williams, CBS News, 16 Sep. 2026

Makeup artist Melanie Inglessis, favored by the likes of Rosamund Pike, Kirsten Dunst, and Jenna Ortega, attributes the ever-growing popularity of minimal makeup to general empowerment—women opting to own their individuality rather than cover it up. — Calin Van Paris, InStyle, 4 Sep. 2026