Conferral (Noun)
Meaning
The act of conferring an honor or presenting a gift.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The university's board of trustees was responsible for the conferral of honorary degrees to distinguished alumni.
- The president's conferral of the Medal of Freedom on the civil rights leader was a highlight of the ceremony.
- The company's annual awards banquet was an occasion for the conferral of prizes and recognition to outstanding employees.
- The dignitary's conferral of the key to the city on the visiting head of state was a symbol of friendship and cooperation.
- The mayor's office was preparing for the conferral of a proclamation to commemorate the city's founding anniversary.