B2verb formal 2K

Grant

🇬🇧 UK /["/ɡrɑːnt/","/ɡrɑːnts/","/ˈɡrɑːntɪd/","/ˈɡrɑːntɪŋ/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ɡrænt/","/ɡrænts/","/ˈɡræntɪd/","/ˈɡræntɪŋ/"]/

Meaning of Grant

to agree to give somebody what they ask for, especially formal or legal permission to do something

In simple words: To give something, especially officially.

Grant in a sentence

• The teacher decided to grant the students extra time for their assignment.
• They were pleased to grant her the scholarship she applied for.
• I don't think they will grant us permission to use the facilities.
• Many people grant their friend’s wishes even when they don’t agree with them.
• The committee has the power to grant or deny the request at their discretion.

How to use Grant

Typically used in formal contexts such as legal or educational settings. Avoid in casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

grant + object

Memory hint

Think of a grand gesture where someone gives you something valuable.

Related words

Collocations with Grant

• expressly
• specifically
• automatically
• agree to
• decide to
• refuse to
• expressly
• specifically
• automatically
• agree to
• decide to
• refuse to

Synonyms for Grant

• bestow
• award
• confer
• allocate
• present

Opposites of Grant

• revoke
• withhold

Common mistakes with Grant

• Confused with 'granted' which is the past tense.
• Using 'grant' without an object.
• Mixing up 'grant' with 'gift', thinking they are interchangeable.

Frequently asked questions about Grant

What does Grant mean?

To give something, especially officially.

What is the definition of Grant?

to agree to give somebody what they ask for, especially formal or legal permission to do something

How do you use Grant in a sentence?

The teacher decided to grant the students extra time for their assignment.

Can you give another example of Grant?

They were pleased to grant her the scholarship she applied for.

What are synonyms for Grant?

Common alternatives include bestow, award, confer, allocate, present.

What is the opposite of Grant?

Opposite meanings include revoke, withhold.

What words go with Grant?

It commonly pairs with expressly, specifically, automatically, agree to, decide to, refuse to, expressly, specifically, automatically, agree to, decide to, refuse to.

What are common mistakes when using Grant?

Confused with 'granted' which is the past tense. Using 'grant' without an object. Mixing up 'grant' with 'gift', thinking they are interchangeable.

How do you pronounce Grant?

US: /["/ɡrænt/","/ɡrænts/","/ˈɡræntɪd/","/ˈɡræntɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/ɡrɑːnt/","/ɡrɑːnts/","/ˈɡrɑːntɪd/","/ˈɡrɑːntɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Grant formal or informal?

"Grant" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.

When should I use Grant?

Typically used in formal contexts such as legal or educational settings. Avoid in casual conversations.

What CEFR level is Grant?

"Grant" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.