variants also intrust

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How is the word entrust distinct from other similar verbs?

Some common synonyms of entrust are commit, confide, consign, and relegate. While all these words mean "to assign to a person or place for a definite purpose," entrust implies committing with trust and confidence.

the president is entrusted with broad powers

When is it sensible to use commit instead of entrust?

The meanings of commit and entrust largely overlap; however, commit may express the general idea of delivering into another's charge or the special sense of transferring to a superior power or to a special place of custody.

committed the felon to prison

In what contexts can confide take the place of entrust?

In some situations, the words confide and entrust are roughly equivalent. However, confide implies entrusting with great assurance or reliance.

confided complete control of my affairs to my attorney

When can consign be used instead of entrust?

While the synonyms consign and entrust are close in meaning, consign suggests removing from one's control with formality or finality.

consigned the damaging notes to the fire

When is relegate a more appropriate choice than entrust?

The words relegate and entrust can be used in similar contexts, but relegate implies a consigning to a particular class or sphere often with a suggestion of getting rid of.

relegated to an obscure position in the company

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of entrust By the time kids are old enough to take part, parents have had years of practice entrusting them to sitters, teachers, and other caregivers for many of their waking hours; entrusting those kids to what amounts to a temporary society unto itself is a big but logical next step. Jessica Winter, New Yorker, 7 July 2025 Shortly after Trump sailed to victory, Musk entrusted Afshar in November with solving his growing demand problem. Christiaan Hetzner, Fortune, 27 June 2025 Yes, the relievers lost five of the 21 leads with which they were entrusted during this stretch of 35 games in 37 days. Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 June 2025 These include service accounts, API keys, machine credentials and, increasingly, autonomous AI agents that are deeply integrated into core business systems, entrusted with accessing sensitive data and executing tasks without human oversight. Arun Shrestha, Forbes.com, 25 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for entrust
Recent Examples of Synonyms for entrust
Verb
  • This question is especially helpful if your energy feels scattered or you’re tasked with nebulous goals or shifting targets.
    Cynthia Pong, Forbes.com, 13 July 2025
  • Jimmy is tasked with writing the story that exposes Lex Luthor.
    Abigail Lee, Variety, 12 July 2025
Verb
  • Only three of the top seven players in the world are left in the draw.
    Matthew Futterman, New York Times, 5 July 2025
  • Commission leader Thomas Bullitt later left Kentucky and did not return.
    Leo Bertucci, The Courier-Journal, 5 July 2025
Verb
  • As someone who reviews a new laptop almost every week, trust me: Just buy it.
    Simon Hill, Wired News, 11 July 2025
  • While 14% of voters trust him a lot and another 28% trust him somewhat, 32% don’t trust him at all.
    Molly Gibbs, Sacbee.com, 11 July 2025
Verb
  • When nobody claimed him, he was transferred to the Rancho Coastal Humane Society through Friends of County Animal Shelters.
    Linda Mcintosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 July 2025
  • Blankenship’s Cuban client paid a bond and was told he’d be freed on a criminal charge in Miami, only to be detained and transferred to the Everglades.
    Gisela Salomon, Los Angeles Times, 11 July 2025
Verb
  • After the winners were announced, the couples were given two envelopes, one of which contained the $100,000 cash prize and the other didn’t.
    Giana Levy, Variety, 14 July 2025
  • Three spacious pools give you the choice between a saltwater mini-lap pool, the beach infinity pool or the adult pool which is conveniently located just step away from the Veuve Clicquot champagne bar.
    Sherrie Nachman, Forbes.com, 14 July 2025
Verb
  • The governor goes on the podcast episode to note how marginalized communities are more likely to commit suicide and have anxiety and depression.
    Leah Sarnoff, ABC News, 9 July 2025
  • Jelly Roll will be honored with the ACM lifting lives award, which recognizes a country music artist, duo/group or industry member who has devoted themselves to improving lives through music and is committed to serving others.
    Jessica Nicholson, Billboard, 9 July 2025
Verb
  • While Israel wants to eradicate Hamas following the Oct. 7 attacks, the group has shown little willingness to relinquish its political and military power in Gaza.
    Christian Edwards, CNN Money, 5 July 2025
  • Lesson 4: Less data, better decisions Without her phone, my wife had to relinquish her customary role as the navigator.
    JJ Rosen, The Tennessean, 2 July 2025
Verb
  • One reader recommends visiting in December—just in time for snow and the Christmas markets.
    Peter Terzian, Travel + Leisure, 8 July 2025
  • For this reason, the FDA recommends limiting your halibut intake to one serving per week.33 While seafood can be a nutritious choice and help fill dietary nutrient gaps, there are some environmental- and health-related concerns related to seafood consumption.
    Jillian Kubala, Health, 8 July 2025

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“Entrust.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/entrust. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.

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