endorse

variants also indorse
Definition of endorsenext

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 For his part, Nadler is endorsing his former aide, Democratic New York State Assemblyman Micah Lasher, to succeed him. Terry Collins, USA Today, 10 Feb. 2026 But Zaidan and his plans for Beta X have hit an early snag in the form of neighbors wary of endorsing its liquor license. Max Scheinblum, Denver Post, 10 Feb. 2026 Delgado's announcement comes days after the progressive Working Families Party declined to endorse either Delgado or Hochul in the June primary, as well as Hochul's selection of former City Council Speaker Adrienne Adams as her running mate. Jesse Zanger, CBS News, 10 Feb. 2026 Raman herself had endorsed Bass. Dakota Smith, Los Angeles Times, 10 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for endorse
Recent Examples of Synonyms for endorse
Verb
  • Some philosophers and activists advocate for pet abolition, arguing that treating any animals as property is ethically indefensible.
    Margret Grebowicz, Fortune, 13 Feb. 2026
  • Early birds insist a morning cardio burst is superior, while night owls may advocate for a nighttime strength training session.
    Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 13 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • My job is to keep our mission, vision, and commitment to impact front and center and to make sure our staff feel supported and able to stay focused on the work.
    Andrew Edgecliffe-Johnson, semafor.com, 6 Feb. 2026
  • Trump supported Milei’s fiscal program last year with a $20-billion credit line that succeeded in calming markets and boosting Milei’s prospects in a crucial midterm election in October.
    Isabel Debre, Los Angeles Times, 6 Feb. 2026

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“Endorse.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/endorse. Accessed 16 Feb. 2026.

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