Endorse (Verb)
Meaning 1
Sign as evidence of legal transfer; "endorse cheques".
Classification
Verbs of telling, asking, ordering, singing.
Examples
- She was required to endorse the check in order for her coworker to deposit the funds into the company's bank account.
- To further complicate things, one of the company owners had to endorse any cheques issued over 10,000 dollars.
- As part of her job duties, she was asked to endorse a series of cheques that had to be deposited immediately.
- The account holder's supervisor needed to endorse the transfer once the payment terms were agreed upon.
- He was asked to endorse a few cheques for the company before it closed on a Friday evening.
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Meaning 2
Guarantee as meeting a certain standard; "certified grade AAA meat".
Classification
Verbs of political and social activities and events.
Examples
- The government agency will only endorse products that meet the highest standards of quality and safety.
- The company's products are endorsed by a leading nutritionist who guarantees their healthy ingredients.
- The restaurateur refused to serve any wine that wasn't endorsed by a reputable sommelier association.
- A prestigious culinary school will endorse any catering service that uses only certified grade A ingredients.
- The gym equipment is endorsed by several Olympic athletes who attest to its ability to meet their rigorous training needs.
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Meaning 3
Be behind; approve of; "He plumped for the Labor Party"; "I backed Kennedy in 1960".
Classification
Verbs of political and social activities and events.
Examples
- The local government has announced plans to endorse the new community center project with a significant grant.
- As the leading fashion influencer in the industry, she decided to endorse an eco-friendly clothing line.
- The famous actor verbally endorsed the politician during a recent press conference.
- The charity organization officially endorses the Walk for Cancer event that will take place on Sunday.
- She did not, however, publicly endorse her brother's decision to change his career path mid-life.
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Meaning 4
Give support or one's approval to; "I'll second that motion"; "I can't back this plan"; "endorse a new project".
Classification
Verbs of political and social activities and events.
Examples
- The politician refused to endorse her opponent's proposal to raise taxes.
- She is a popular celebrity who is often asked to endorse new products.
- Many scientists endorse the theory that climate change is caused by human activity.
- The company will endorse any employee who wants to participate in the marathon.
- The charity is seeking a well-known figure to endorse their fundraising campaign.