vouchsafe
Pronunciation: [vaʊtʃˈseɪf]
Word
Context: "relationship"
(verb) to give or grant something, especially something valuable or special, often in a gracious or kind manner. It means allowing someone to have something that is not easily given.
Example
The teacher vouchsafed her approval of the student's project with a big smile.
Example
He did not vouchsafe any information about the secret plan.
Example
Will you vouchsafe me an opportunity to join the team?
Context: "permission"
(verb) to reveal or make known information, especially in a somewhat formal or respectful way. This means sharing something that is not usually shared.
Example
The artist vouchsafed the story behind her latest painting at the gallery opening.
Example
He refused to vouchsafe any details about his recent travels.
Example
What did she vouchsafe during the interview?
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