English · Word Candidate

empowerment

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Also seen as: empowerments

Sense 1

Meaning · English

The achievement of political, social or economic power by an individual or group.

Noun

Examples

Hence, the anonymity that digital technological tools can provide ultimately leads to empowerment of student opinion and input.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Sense 2

Meaning · English

The process of supporting another person or persons to discover and claim personal power.

Noun

Examples

The new model, by contrast, is about empowerment. It’s about listening, not talking. It’s about compassion, empathy and humility. It’s about understanding that power is amplified when it’s shared.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “empowerment” mean?

The achievement of political, social or economic power by an individual or group.

Is “empowerment” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.

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