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endorsement

Endorsement (noun) means a public statement of approval or support, especially from a well-known person or organisation. Example: “The brand paid the actress for her endorsement.”

noun
1
A public statement of approval or support, especially from a well-known person or organisation.
"The brand paid the actress for her endorsement."
"The mayor's endorsement boosted the candidate's campaign."
2
An added note on an official document, such as a note on an insurance policy or driving licence.
"The endorsement on his licence added three penalty points."

How to use endorsement

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishFormal support for something, or an official amendment attached to a document.

Common pairings
celebrity endorsement endorsement deal political endorsement

Word forms

endorsements plural

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Etymology

From endorse plus the noun-forming suffix -ment.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “endorsement” mean?

The word “endorsement” means a public statement of approval or support, especially from a well-known person or organisation. In plain terms, formal support for something, or an official amendment attached to a document.

How do you use “endorsement” in a sentence?

Here is “endorsement” used in a sentence: “The brand paid the actress for her endorsement.”

What part of speech is “endorsement”?

“Endorsement” is a noun.

Is “endorsement” a common word?

“Endorsement” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the C1 level.

How many meanings does “endorsement” have?

“Endorsement” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a public statement of approval or support, especially from a well-known person or organisation.

What is the difference between an endorsement and a recommendation?

An endorsement is typically a public statement of approval, often made by a well-known person or organization to promote something. A recommendation can come from anyone, including people without public influence, and is often given privately or personally rather than publicly.

What does endorsement mean on a driving licence or insurance policy?

On a driving licence or insurance policy, an endorsement is an added official note, such as a record of a driving offense or a change to the terms of a policy. This is a different sense from a celebrity endorsement, though both involve an official mark of approval or record.

What is the difference between an endorsement and a sponsorship?

An endorsement is a statement of approval or support for a product or idea, often from a public figure. A sponsorship involves a financial arrangement where a person or organization is paid to be associated with something, which may or may not include a public endorsement.

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