C1verb 2K

Endorse

🇬🇧 UK /["/ɪnˈdɔːs/","/ɪnˈdɔːsɪz/","/ɪnˈdɔːst/","/ɪnˈdɔːsɪŋ/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ɪnˈdɔːrs/","/ɪnˈdɔːrsɪz/","/ɪnˈdɔːrst/","/ɪnˈdɔːrsɪŋ/"]/

Meaning of Endorse

to say publicly that you support a person, statement or course of action

In simple words: To approve or support something or someone.

Endorse in a sentence

• I wholeheartedly endorse his remarks.
• Members of all parties endorsed a ban on land mines.
• The government has broadly endorsed the research paper.
• The newspaper has formally endorsed the Democratic candidate.
• The plan does not explicitly endorse the private ownership of land.
• I wonder how many celebrities actually use the products they endorse.
• You risk having your licence endorsed.

How to use Endorse

Often used in contexts where someone supports a product, idea, or candidate. More formal than 'back' but still widely accepted. Not typically used in casual conversation without specific context.

Grammar pattern

endorse + object

Memory hint

Think of 'end-orse' like a horse that carries the message of approval.

Related words

Collocations with Endorse

• enthusiastically
• heartily
• strongly
• fail to
• refuse to

Synonyms for Endorse

• support
• back
• advocate
• recommend
• approve

Opposites of Endorse

• oppose
• reject
• disapprove

Common mistakes with Endorse

• Confusing with 'endorsement' which is the noun form.
• Using in contexts where 'promote' is more appropriate.
• Misusing the preposition, often putting 'to' before the object.

Frequently asked questions about Endorse

What does Endorse mean?

To approve or support something or someone.

What is the definition of Endorse?

to say publicly that you support a person, statement or course of action

How do you use Endorse in a sentence?

I wholeheartedly endorse his remarks.

Can you give another example of Endorse?

Members of all parties endorsed a ban on land mines.

What are synonyms for Endorse?

Common alternatives include support, back, advocate, recommend, approve.

What is the opposite of Endorse?

Opposite meanings include oppose, reject, disapprove.

What words go with Endorse?

It commonly pairs with enthusiastically, heartily, strongly, fail to, refuse to.

What are common mistakes when using Endorse?

Confusing with 'endorsement' which is the noun form. Using in contexts where 'promote' is more appropriate. Misusing the preposition, often putting 'to' before the object.

How do you pronounce Endorse?

US: /["/ɪnˈdɔːrs/","/ɪnˈdɔːrsɪz/","/ɪnˈdɔːrst/","/ɪnˈdɔːrsɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/ɪnˈdɔːs/","/ɪnˈdɔːsɪz/","/ɪnˈdɔːst/","/ɪnˈdɔːsɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Endorse?

Often used in contexts where someone supports a product, idea, or candidate. More formal than 'back' but still widely accepted. Not typically used in casual conversation without specific context.

What CEFR level is Endorse?

"Endorse" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.