Definition

To provide someone or something with a quality, ability, or asset again, usually in a formal or financial context.

Example

The organization decided to reendow the scholarship fund to support more students.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Have you heard that the foundation plans to reendow the scholarship program?

Really? That sounds like great news for the students.

Yeah, it’s nice to see them reendow something so important.

Absolutely! It will make a big difference in many lives.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Reendow → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "endow" (from Old French *endouer*, meaning to provide with a quality or gift). The word "reendow" means to provide with a quality or gift again.

Memory Tip

Think of giving a gift or quality 'again' ('re-') — that's what reendow means.

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