Definition

Having the confidence and authority to make decisions or take action.

Example

After the training, she felt empowered to lead the project.

Conversation

I felt so empowered after that workshop yesterday!

That’s awesome! What did you learn?

It really taught me to trust my instincts more and take risks.

Sounds fantastic! It's great to feel empowered like that.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To give someone the authority or power to do something, or to make someone feel more confident and in control of their life.

Example

The new policies have empowered employees to make decisions on their own.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I felt so empowered after that workshop yesterday.

Really? That's awesome! What did you learn?

They taught us how to stand up for ourselves more effectively.

Root Explanation

Empowered → It is formed from "em-" (meaning to cause to) and "power" (from Old French *poeir*, meaning to be able or have strength) and the suffix "-ed" (indicating a past action). The word "empowered" means to have been given power or authority to do something.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'caused to have strength' — 'em-' means to cause, and 'power' refers to strength or ability. This helps you remember that empowered means having been given strength or authority.

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