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.”
How to use endorsement
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishFormal support for something, or an official amendment attached to a document.
Word forms
endorsements plural
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The brand paid the actress for her _____.
Etymology
From endorse plus the noun-forming suffix -ment.
Synonyms
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Rhymes for endorsement
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.