Endorse
easyPositive toneen-DORS
verb
Definition
To declare one's public approval or support of
Memory hook
EN-DORSE: Put your signature on the BACK -- endorse a check or a candidate.
Word roots
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Examples
“The celebrity endorsed the new product in a commercial.”
“The committee endorsed the proposal unanimously.”
Test yourself
Fill in the blank with the right word:
“The celebrity ______ the new product in a commercial.”
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endorsed
Categories
GRE Tip
Endorse is a easy-difficulty GRE word. On the GRE, you might see it paired with synonyms like "support" or "approve" in Sentence Equivalence questions. Look for contrast clues (however, despite, although) that signal the opposite meaning. Words like "oppose".
Related GRE Words
champion
To vigorously support or defend the cause of
advocate
To publicly recommend or support a particular cause or policy
buttress
To provide support or reinforcement for something
applaud
To show approval by clapping; to express warm approval or praise
commend
To praise formally or officially; to recommend
condone
to overlook, forgive, or tacitly approve of an offense
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