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

The role of the people function has evolved from policy administration to organizational intelligence and employee empowerment. — Jon Lowe, Forbes.com, 26 Oct. 2026

In the year 2026, college athletics are all about athlete empowerment and welfare—think, stratospheric compensation in the form of name, image and likeness. — Bruce Svare, Sportico.com, 17 Oct. 2026

That threat has ignited debate in South Africa, where many people, including President Cyril Ramaphosa, believe that Black empowerment policies need to be revised. — John Eligon, New York Times, 16 Oct. 2026

Numerous treatise writers began to insist that anyone who doubts the diabolical empowerment of women-as-witches is self-deluded and dangerous. — Literary Hub, 14 Oct. 2026