CONFERS (ON) Synonyms: 31 Similar and Opposite Words

confers (on)

verb

present tense third-person singular of confer (on)

as in bestows (on or upon)

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provides

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The nonprofit provides grants for development and community-building initiatives in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

— Wesley Stenzel, Entertainment Weekly, 30 July 2026
At shortstop, Zach Neto of the Angels offers excellent defense and offensive upside, while Willy Adames from the Giants provides power and quality defense.

— Bernie Pleskoff, Forbes.com, 30 July 2026

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