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endorsement

[en-dawrs-muhnt] / ɛnˈdɔrs mənt /
NOUN
support, authorization
Synonyms
STRONGEST
advocacy affirmation approval backing commercial confirmation favor permission ratification recommendation signature
STRONG
approbation countersignature fiat go ahead okay qualification sanction stroke superscription warrant
WEAK
championing green light hubba-hubba pat on back seal of approval subscription to the nod
Antonyms
STRONGEST
denial disapproval disfavor opposition veto
STRONG
refusal
WEAK
censure rejection

Example Sentences

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In California’s 2018 governor’s race, Trump’s endorsement of Republican businessman John Cox helped cement him as the GOP frontrunner and led to his second place finish in the primary election.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2026

It not only proclaimed the rights of workers to form unions and seek fair wages, but specifically avoided any endorsement of capitalism.

From Salon • Apr. 5, 2026

Xi's endorsement of Cheng will make her critics wary of attacking her, Tzeng said.

From Barron's • Apr. 5, 2026

Yet despite that strong endorsement, there is still no fully developed mission ready for the launch opportunities expected in the 2030s.

From Science Daily • Apr. 3, 2026

“I have done myself the honour of counting you one trusting friend, and such endorsement is dear to me.”

From "Dracula" by Bram Stoker