endorse

variants also indorse

Synonym Chooser

How does the verb endorse differ from other similar words?

Some common synonyms of endorse are accredit, approve, certify, and sanction. While all these words mean "to have or express a favorable opinion of," endorse suggests an explicit statement of support.

publicly endorsed her for Senator

How are the words accredit and certify related as synonyms of endorse?

Both accredit and certify usually imply official endorsement attesting to conformity to set standards.

the board voted to accredit the college
must be certified to teach

When would approve be a good substitute for endorse?

The synonyms approve and endorse are sometimes interchangeable, but approve often implies no more than this but may suggest considerable esteem or admiration.

the parents approve of the marriage

In what contexts can sanction take the place of endorse?

The words sanction and endorse are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, sanction implies both approval and authorization.

the President sanctioned covert operations

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of endorse Editorial Note: Opinions, analyses, reviews or recommendations expressed in this article are those of the Select editorial staff’s alone, and have not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any third party. Brett Holzhauer, CNBC, 19 Mar. 2025 Their impact continues to advocate for an era that endorses justice, pro-innovation, and reinforcement of the goals set for the future. Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 18 Mar. 2025 Chase Dis Money Street won official county recognition on Tuesday as Miami-Dade commissioners endorsed a plan designed to bring some musical buzz to a Liberty City neighborhood. Douglas Hanks, Miami Herald, 18 Mar. 2025 There is a stark contrast between defending artistic freedom and endorsing an individual who weaponizes their platform to spread bigotry. David Renzer, Rolling Stone, 12 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for endorse
Recent Examples of Synonyms for endorse
Verb
  • Consistent engagement with local and national policymakers to advocate for transgender rights and protections.
    Julie Kratz, Forbes.com, 30 Mar. 2025
  • Feeling angry can push you to advocate for your needs and make necessary changes in your life.1 However, long-term anger that is not dealt with can become an issue, affecting your mental health and quality of life.
    Wendy Wisner, Health, 30 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • In today’s flat (or shrinking) budgetary environment, institutions must adopt smart, strategic technology consolidation to maximize impact and efficiency.
    Chase Williams, Forbes.com, 28 Mar. 2025
  • Adell, 24, has always been open with her fans about the fact that she was adopted, and grew up in southern California with four siblings, all of whom were also adopted.
    Rachel DeSantis, People.com, 28 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • Most had lived in the country for many years and worked hard to support their families.
    Lea Skene, Chicago Tribune, 26 Mar. 2025
  • Thorne on March 23 joined 100,000 parents who support the Smartphone Free Childhood Pact, a pledge not to give children smartphones until the age of 14.
    Rachel Hale, USA Today, 26 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • The two embraced, reveling in No. 12 seed McNeese’s 69-67 upset victory over No. 5 seed Clemson in an NCAA tournament Midwest Regional first round game.
    Tim Casey, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025
  • These globe-spanning gins embrace bold botanicals that intrigue and delight.
    Sam Stone, Bon Appétit, 20 Mar. 2025

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“Endorse.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/endorse. Accessed 2 Apr. 2025.

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