Definition

The skill or ability to successfully secure funding or grants from organizations or government bodies.

Example

Her grantsmanship helped the nonprofit secure several important funding sources this year.

Conversation

I just attended a workshop on grantsmanship last weekend.

Oh really? That sounds interesting!

Yeah, I learned a lot about how to effectively apply for funding.

I could use those skills for my project; getting grants can be tough!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Grantsmanship is formed from "grant" (from Old French *granter*, meaning to give or allow) and "-smanship" (a suffix denoting skill or art). The term refers to the skill or art of obtaining grants or funding.

Memory Tip

Think of the skill involved in 'granting' something — that's why grantsmanship means the art of obtaining grants.

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