Confer and Rescind

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Confer verb - To give the ownership or benefit of (something) formally or publicly.

Usage example: the British monarch continues to confer knighthood on those who are outstanding in their fields of endeavor

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Rescind is an antonym for confer.

Rescind verb - To put an end to (something planned or previously agreed to).

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Confer is an antonym for rescind.

Nearby Word: rescinding

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