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Synonyms & Similar Words
enabling
strengthening
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Meaning of Empowering
The primary meaning of the word "Empowering" is to give someone the authority or power to do something.
Definitions
- Giving someone the authority or power to do something
- * Increasing the confidence or self-esteem of someone, especially someone who is being treated unfairly or is in a difficult situation
Etymology of Empowering
The word "Empowering" originates from the verb "empower", which is derived from the Old French word "empowrer" or "enpowrer", meaning "to give power to" or "to authorize"
Historically, the term has been used to describe the act of granting authority, power, or confidence to individuals or groups
Example Uses
- The new policy is empowering women to take control of their own businesses
- * The experience of traveling alone was empowering for her, as it taught her to be self-sufficient
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
weakening
debilitating
undermining
discouraging
disheartening
disenfranchising
marginalizing
oppressing
suppressing
subjugating
dominating
controlling
restricting
limiting
constraining
hindering
obstructing
blocking
disabling
disempowering