confer
/kənˈfɜːr/(verb)
AWL Sublist 4CEFR C1IELTS Band 7.0 - 9.0
Academic Definition
To grant or bestow a title, degree, benefit, or right; to have discussions in order to exchange opinions.
Key Academic Collocations
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conferconferenceconferredconferring
Lexical Alternatives (Synonyms)
bestowgrantaccordconsultdeliberate
Academic Sample Sentences in Context
"Holding an internationally recognized university qualification confers significant career advantages in global job markets."
"Diplomatic envoys conferred for twelve days in an effort to de-escalate territorial disputes in the maritime corridor."
"The proposed patent reform would confer exclusive commercial distribution rights for an extended twenty-year term."
IELTS Examiner Scoring Strategy (Lexical Resource)
Sophisticated C1 expression: 'confer substantial economic advantages on domestic manufacturers'.