variants also intrust

Synonym Chooser

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 In 1963, the Kauffman family entrusted the property to the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy so that it could be enjoyed by all members of the public. Tori Latham, Robb Report, 7 July 2025 Aside from that, Sheppard has been entrusted with the keys to Houston’s offense. Kelly Iko, New York Times, 12 July 2025 The same stitch is still used to create a Birkin bag, which takes between 18 and 24 hours to make, and is sewn entirely by hand by a single artisan who has undergone years of training before being entrusted with the job. Laia Farran Graves, Forbes.com, 10 July 2025 As in the book, Bobo’s take on things is blunt and chipper and usually wrong; we’re entrusted to read between the lines. Los Angeles Times, 10 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for entrust
Recent Examples of Synonyms for entrust
Verb
  • More key members of the team tasked with bringing the East Bank development to life have been selected, and a construction timeline is emerging.
    Molly Davis, The Tennessean, 25 July 2025
  • The Office of Special Counsel is tasked with protecting federal whistleblowers and pursuing violations of the Hatch Act, which prevents appointees from using their office for political purposes.
    David Sivak, The Washington Examiner, 24 July 2025
Verb
  • Thousands left in divestitures, including the sale or spin-offs of Iams pet food, Duracell batteries and a large portfolio of more than 40 beauty brands, including Clairol and Wella hair coloring and CoverGirl makeup.
    Alexander Coolidge, The Enquirer, 30 July 2025
  • In 2023, lawmakers passed a set of safety requirements for districts in the wake of the May 24, 2022, mass shooting at Uvalde's Robb Elementary School that left 19 students and two teachers dead.
    Keri Heath, Austin American Statesman, 30 July 2025
Verb
  • This means learning to trust and listen to your body’s internal cues of hunger and satiety.
    Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2025
  • But today, many Americans simply do not trust that those institutions are being transparent about the risks of vaccination.
    ArsTechnica, ArsTechnica, 4 Aug. 2025
Verb
  • According to Visa and Artemis, over $35 trillion in stablecoins were transferred in the last 12 months, more than Visa and Mastercard combined.
    Kjartan Rist, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2025
  • On day four, she and some of the other women were finally transferred out.
    Laura Rodríguez Presa, Chicago Tribune, 3 Aug. 2025
Verb
  • Sullivan's unique blend of contemporary R&B, soul, gospel and reggae influences gave quiet storm, late-night radio vibes, especially as a vibrant orange and red sunset transformed the upbeat evening into a moody night illuminated by smartphone flashlights.
    Haadiza Ogwude, The Enquirer, 27 July 2025
  • Pro Bowl quarterback Matthew Stafford was expected to miss the first handful of practices with a sore back, but head coach Sean McVay gave an update on Stafford's status on Saturday that likely has Rams fans at least a little concerned.
    Michael Gallagher, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 July 2025
Verb
  • Don’t point to things with chopsticks or commit the double-dipping sin of taking food from a common plate with chopsticks that have been in your mouth.
    Jessica Kozuka, Travel + Leisure, 2 Aug. 2025
  • Berkowitz committed eight shooting attacks between July 1976 and his capture in August 1977.
    Lynsey Eidell, People.com, 2 Aug. 2025
Verb
  • The program was created in 2010 by the La Jolla Community Foundation and subsequently was relinquished to the oversight of the Athenaeum Music & Arts Library.
    Ashley Mackin Solomon, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 July 2025
  • Expensive, but necessary The Magic went hard after Desmond Bane of the Memphis Grizzlies, and had to relinquish a package that included four first-round picks, and a first-round pick swap to get him.
    Morten Stig Jensen, Forbes.com, 22 July 2025
Verb
  • When a prominent historian asked his Twitter followers to recommend possible locations, the replies included prison, North Korea, and Four Seasons Total Landscaping.
    Jon Allsop, New Yorker, 1 Aug. 2025
  • Prosecutors are recommending Johnson-Carson be given probation.
    Chris Ramirez, jsonline.com, 1 Aug. 2025

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“Entrust.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/entrust. Accessed 8 Aug. 2025.

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