bestow
/bɪˈstoʊ/
verb
- To give something as a gift, honor, or award.
- The university will bestow an honorary degree on the famous scientist.
- She decided to bestow her old books upon the local library.
- The king bestowed a medal of bravery on the soldier.
- To give or grant something abstract, such as trust, attention, or a title.
- Nature has bestowed great beauty on this region.
- The committee bestowed the title of 'Citizen of the Year' on the volunteer.
- He bestowed his full attention on the speaker.