CONFERRED Synonyms: 74 Similar and Opposite Words

conferred

verb

past tense of confer

as in granted

to give the ownership or benefit of (something) formally or publicly the British monarch continues to confer knighthood on those who are outstanding in their fields of endeavor

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as in consulted

to exchange viewpoints or seek advice for the purpose of finding a solution to a problem my parents are going to confer with a financial adviser about saving for their retirement

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Recent Examples of conferred The state has benefitted by formally designating Netflix, Paramount and Lionsgate as studio partners, which have conferred a series of incentives to those companies over the long haul to produce titles there. — Erik Hayden, HollywoodReporter, 15 July 2026 The court’s majority rejected the argument that widespread use of the guns necessarily conferred constitutional protection. — Jeremy Gorner, Chicago Tribune, 9 July 2026 The shoes featured several buckles, and material along the side of the upper which conferred a certain futuristic vibe. — Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 30 June 2026 Earlier this year, as his nomination and confirmation were playing out, the general counsels of the regional banks conferred over how easily reserve bank presidents could be removed by a majority vote of the Board of Governors, according to people familiar with the matter. — Jonnelle Marte, Fortune, 27 June 2026 The King, 77, conferred his youngest brother with the title created for their late father, Prince Philip, on his 59th birthday. — Janine Henni, PEOPLE, 23 June 2026 The first generation, dominant from the early 2000s into the 2010s, produced passive nanostructures, materials whose nanoscale architecture conferred enhanced but static properties. — Dr. Samer Taha, Forbes.com, 18 June 2026 Given Healy’s global view, from player-tracking technology to age curves and injury rates, Browns general manager Andrew Berry conferred with him as a key member of his cabinet on major moves. — Alec Lewis, New York Times, 18 June 2026 The game was abandoned with no further play following Eriksen's collapse after the referee conferred with staff and players from both teams. — ABC News, 8 June 2026

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But prior to the implementation of the new law, defendants accused of such offenses were often granted release through a proportional bail amount, or even a personal recognizance bond, which meant no upfront money was required for release.

— Dan Petrella, Chicago Tribune, 18 July 2026
The United States granted him parole into the country earlier this week, according to a social media page maintained by his friends and supporters.

— ABC News, ABC News, 18 July 2026

Definition of granted

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The Biden administration previously said Ortega illegitimately awarded himself another term following Nicaragua’s disputed 2021 presidential election.

— Landon Mion, FOXNews.com, 21 July 2026
At approximately noon today, the first medals of the Centennial Olympic Games will be awarded in women’s air rifle at Wolf Creek.

— Adam Van Brimmer, AJC.com, 20 July 2026

Definition of awarded

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Moreover, Kansas City had not discussed any sister city partnership arrangements with the Algerians, according to a statement from a spokesperson for Kansas City mayor Quinton Lucas.

— PJ Green July 14, Kansas City Star, 14 July 2026
Balazs discussed the evolution of marketing’s scope beyond campaigns into enterprise-level decisions, from technology and data infrastructure to workflow design and capital allocation alongside creative and media.

— Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 14 July 2026