endorse

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en·dorse | \ in-ˈdȯrs

, en- \

variants: or less commonly indorse \ in-ˈdȯrs

endorsed also indorsed; endorsing also indorsing; endorses also indorses

Definition of endorse

transitive verb

1a : to write on the back of especially : to sign one's name as payee on the back of (a check) in order to obtain the cash or credit represented on the face

b : to inscribe (one's signature) on a check, bill, or note

c : to inscribe (something, such as an official document) with a title or memorandum

d : to make over to another (the value represented in a check, bill, or note) by inscribing one's name on the document

e : to acknowledge receipt of (a sum specified) by one's signature on a document

2a : to approve openly endorse an idea especially : to express support or approval of publicly and definitely endorse a mayoral candidate

b : to recommend (something, such as a product or service) usually for financial compensation shoes endorsed by a pro basketball player

3 medical : to report or note the presence of (a symptom) He endorsed nausea without emesis and denied any associated shortness of breath.— Dana Johnson et al.

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Other Words from endorse

endorsable \ in-ˈdȯr-sə-bəl

, en- \ adjective

endorsee \ in-ˌdȯr-ˈsē

, ˌen- \ noun

endorser \ in-ˈdȯr-sər

, en- \ noun

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approve, endorse, sanction, accredit, certify mean to have or express a favorable opinion of. approve often implies no more than this but may suggest considerable esteem or admiration. the parents approve of the marriage endorse suggests an explicit statement of support. publicly endorsed her for Senator sanction implies both approval and authorization. the President sanctioned covert operations accredit and certify usually imply official endorsement attesting to conformity to set standards. the board voted to accredit the college must be certified to teach

Examples of endorse in a Sentence

The newspaper has endorsed the conservative candidate for mayor. We do not endorse their position. She endorses a line of clothing. That brand of sneaker is endorsed by several basketball stars. You must endorse the check before you deposit it in the bank.

Recent Examples on the Web The letter has been signed by some brands, experts, and associations who endorse the concept of the senior level administrative position of Fashion Czar. — Rick Helfenbein, Forbes, "Does America Need A Fashion Czar?," 2 Mar. 2021 Biden and Austin could always pick other candidates, but Esper and Milley were confident the new team would endorse their selections, who had been vetted and evaluated over several months. — Eric Schmitt And Helene Cooper New York Times, Star Tribune, "Promotions of female generals delayed under Trump," 17 Feb. 2021 And Democrats have to convey their goals in language that a majority of Americans can understand and endorse. — Michael Kazin, The New Republic, "How the Democratic Party Can Create a Majoritarian Coalition," 11 Feb. 2021 All that’s left to do is for the House of Lords to reluctantly endorse a verdict that is popular both electorally and constitutionally, and for the Royal Assent to be given. — John O'sullivan, National Review, "Life after Brexit," 30 Dec. 2020 To get the house back, Scott would need to endorse and deposit the city’s original $53,000 check — which the family left to gather dust — and use it to buy the house back. — Hallie Miller, baltimoresun.com, "Six years in, an unusual Baltimore housing dispute has no end in sight," 24 Dec. 2020 While Conway is quick to give credit to the winning candidates, their successes reflect a concerted effort by Republicans to recruit, endorse, empower and invest in a more diverse slate of candidates. — Erin Delmore, NBC News, "Inside the movement that swept Republican women into Congress," 20 Nov. 2020 The Atlanta Journal-Constitution does not endorse any specific weight-loss program but includes names and links for the benefit of readers who want further information. — Michelle Brooks, ajc, "SUCCESS STORY /Karen Uyttenhove, 64: From 284 pounds to 188 pounds," 15 Feb. 2021 The Bushes did not endorse Trump, and there were rumors the family’s patriarch, former President George H.W. Bush, voted for Hillary Clinton. — W. James Antle Iii, Washington Examiner, "The GOP's civil war over Trump," 11 Feb. 2021

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endorse

verb

English Language Learners Definition of endorse

: to publicly or officially say that you support or approve of (someone or something)

: to publicly say that you like or use (a product or service) in exchange for money

: to write your name on the back of (a check)

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endorse

verb

en·dorse | \ in-ˈdȯrs

endorsed; endorsing

Kids Definition of endorse

1 : to show support or approval for endorse an idea

2 : to sign the back of to receive payment endorse a check

endorse

transitive verb

en·dorse

variants: also indorse \ in-ˈdȯrs \

endorsed also indorsed; endorsing also indorsing

Legal Definition of endorse

1 : to write on the back of especially : to sign one's name as payee on the back of (an instrument) in order to receive the cash or credit represented on the face endorse a check

2 : to inscribe (as one's signature or a notation accompanied by one's signature) on an instrument (as a note or bill) especially to transfer or guarantee it

3 : to transfer (an instrument) to another by inscribing one's signature assume that payee endorses a note to creditor as security for a debt — Uniform Commercial Code

4 : to inscribe (as an official document) with a notation (as of date or title)

endorse in blank

: to inscribe (an instrument) with a blank endorsement