empowerment

/ ɪmˈpaʊəmənt /

noun

1. the giving or delegation of power or authority; authorization

2. the giving of an ability; enablement or permission

3. (in South Africa) a policy of providing special opportunities in employment, training, etc for Black people and others disadvantaged under apartheid

Example Sentences

Meredith Gold of R-A-W Power, a self-defense and empowerment training program, taught the class.

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"I hold Miss Universe in the highest regard. The platform represents empowerment, diversity, and excellence - values I have always championed throughout my career," he wrote.

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Their goal was to experience the joy and empowerment that education creates and to participate fully in American society.

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He went on to find a higher calling around the time he joined the Black Panthers at the age of 15, among other Black empowerment organizations.

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Classes are "deeply committed to female empowerment" and helping women feel confident, Oni said.

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Related Words

• acceptance 
• acknowledgment 
• admission 
• agreement 
• approval 
• concession 
• dispensation 
• endorsement 
• license 
• permit 
• privilege 
• recognition 
• warrant