BESTOWS Synonyms: 83 Similar and Opposite Words

bestows

verb

present tense third-person singular of bestow

as in donates

to make a present of bestowed a new car on their son for graduation

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as in accommodates

to provide with living quarters or shelter eventually the refugee family was bestowed in its own apartment

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Recent Examples of bestows The Will Rogers Motion Picture Pioneers Foundation bestows the Pioneer of the Year Award upon esteemed members in the motion picture industry in recognition of leadership, service to the community and commitment to philanthropy. — Kirsten Chuba, HollywoodReporter, 14 July 2026 The European linen feels breezy and has pearl buttons for an extra special touch that Serena & Lily bestows on their products. — Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 13 July 2026 But her adjustment to her new planet has been hard; the superpowers our yellow sun bestows upon her proved to be a burden. — Stephanie Zacharek, Time, 26 June 2026 The kingdom is officially saved when our boy bestows true love’s kiss, breaking Aurora’s curse. — Lincee Ray, Entertainment Weekly, 25 June 2026 Besides looking indisputably dapper, the shirt also bestows upon wearers the privilege of its anti-odor technology. — Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 22 June 2026 Namely, glycerin, a humectant that attracts moisture from the air and locks it into skin, and coconut oil, a fatty acid-rich skin softener that bestows instant glow. — Sophie Wirt, InStyle, 29 May 2026 These are worth £49m this season, which Boro believe already bestows them an advantage over the majority of the league. — Jordan Campbell, New York Times, 21 May 2026 What appears to have sparked suspicion of Castillo is his decision to remove the Martinez men’s trustee status — which bestows them modest privileges and elevated status among their peers — after learning that the attack was now known to other staff. — Robert Salonga, Mercury News, 19 May 2026

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Verb

Per the release, other events include a partnership with Lauren Bush's FEED program, which donates meals to children in need, at the annual John Jay Homestead Farm Market.

— Chiara Kim, PEOPLE, 29 June 2026
Dispute over church donations The dispute had centered on donations known as tithes, which are made when a church member donates 10% of their income to the organization.

— Giles Hudson, CBS News, 24 June 2026

Definition of donates

Verb

From Honolulu, the nonstop flight accommodates same-day connections to Hawaii’s other islands, the release said.

— Shannon Tyler, Idaho Statesman, 14 July 2026
That’s more than any big marathon in the world, yet still accommodates less than 7% of those who want in.

— Larry Olmsted, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026

Definition of accommodates

Verb

So bringing them all in just keeps them from being siloed and gives them more to work with.

— Max Gao, Variety, 11 July 2026
Dropping him into a hot program gives creative a real obstacle for both men, echoing how WWE has positioned other fresh SmackDown arrivals as immediate disruptors.

— Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 11 July 2026

Definition of gives

Verb

Nearby, the historic Sporting Club houses an indoor pool, sauna, water circuit, and fitness center.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 July 2026
The animals live on a massive estate that also houses Neill’s winery, Two Paddocks, which was founded in 1993 and based in Central Otago, New Zealand.

— Brianna Zigler, Entertainment Weekly, 13 July 2026

Definition of houses

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Today, volunteers livestream on their YouTube channel whenever Nashville or surrounding counties face severe weather.

— ABC News, ABC News, 7 July 2026
And the person who feels heard is the one who volunteers the information, makes the concession, and wants to do the deal.

— Kwame Christian Esq, Forbes.com, 25 June 2026

Definition of volunteers

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The ceremony begins with intention setting that provides a context for the physical treatment that will follow.

— Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 16 July 2026
That economic mobility is also why WeBuild is focused on homeownership and provides financial literacy classes.

— Desiree Mathurin, Charlotte Observer, 15 July 2026

Definition of provides

Verb

One solution could be to throw them all out and start from scratch, but that presents its own challenges and may be overkill.

— Brian Welk, IndieWire, 15 July 2026
That’s despite decades of warnings from policing experts that shooting into moving cars presents a danger of its own and should almost always be avoided.

— Patrick Whittle, Fortune, 15 July 2026