confer

//kənˈfɜːr//
B2Frequency Level 10Formal
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Verb

conferInfinitive
conferPresent tense
conferredPast tense
conferredPast participle
conferringPresent participle
confersThird-person singular
1

To discuss something with someone in order to exchange opinions or reach a decision.

I need to confer with my colleagues before making a final decision.

2

To grant or bestow a title, degree, benefit, or right upon someone.

The university conferred an honorary degree on the famous scientist.