grant - Master This Word
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grant Word Meanings
- to give or allow someone something
- to agree to a request, especially in a legal or formal context
- a sum of money given by an organization for a specific purpose
grant Example Sentences
Example sentences are the start of understanding. Don't rush to memorize. First feel how the word works in a sentence.
grant Phonetic & Pronunciation
UK
/ɡrɑːnt/
US
/ɡrænt/
grant Word Etymology
grant = grand (to give, allow) + -ant (agent noun) from Latin 'grantare' (to grant) → Middle English → Modern English. Imagine a benevolent official handing out gifts with a warm smile.
Note 1: These definitions and etymologies are not standard dictionary definitions, but extended explanations provided to help with memorization and understanding of the actual application of words. Through this background information, we strive to make words more vivid and easier to understand, and help you remember their meanings in real life.
Note 2: LexiTalk designs the learning flow around the linguistics principle of “Comprehensible Input.” When learners encounter material that is slightly above their level but still understandable from context, the brain naturally absorbs the language. That’s why we keep every word inside authentic contexts, using examples and associations to help you understand it and use it flexibly.
Read the FAQ explanation of Comprehensible InputEnglish Brain Route
I reach out, place my hand on the form, and push the submit button. The screen glows, and the decision takes shape, the room shifts a little. My mind makes a small move between possibilities as I adjust my posture to stay steady. When the system grants the request, I breathe out and keep moving.
Real Context
Grant can function as both a verb and a noun, with distinct but related meanings. As a verb, it means to give or allow something, or to approve a request, usually in formal or official contexts such as a license, permission, or relief. As a noun, a grant is money or resources provided by an organization for a specific purpose, such as a research grant or a startup grant. In everyday speech you often hear phrases like grant access or grant permission, which emphasize official authorization rather than a casual gift. The word carries a sense of authority, obligation, or eligibility, and it frequently appears in contracts, applications, and formal writing.
Usage Reminders
- In formal writing, use grant to refer to official approval or funding.
- The noun grant denotes money or resources; the verb grant means to give or approve.
- Common collocations include grant permission, grant access, and grant funding.
- Use be granted or was granted for passive constructions.
- Do not confuse grant with grand or give in casual speech; reserve grant for official contexts.
Common Misconceptions
- Grant is always a gift with no strings attached.
- Grant and grant permission always mean giving something tangible.
- To grant a request happens only in informal settings.
- A grant cannot be used for personal purchases.
- Grand (with a d) relates to size or majesty, not funding.
Thinking Differences
English learners often distinguish grant as a formal act of approval or funding rather than a casual gift; focus on the noun vs verb split and common collocations like grant permission or grant funding.
Learning Tips
- Memorize common collocations: grant permission, grant access, grant funding.
- Learn the passive: be granted, was granted.
- Distinguish grant from give and allow in formal contexts.
- Practice with contracts or grant proposals to see language patterns.
- Use the noun and verb forms in separate sentences to solidify meaning.
- Review real-world examples from news or grant announcements.
5-Step Learning Method - Learn English in English
Step 2: Usage
Which sentence uses the word 'grant' correctly?
A.She received a grant for her hard work.
B.The sun grant in the sky.
C.Please grant me a glass of water.
D.His grant was shining brightly.
Step 3: Similar Words
What is the most similar word to 'grant'?
A.Deny
B.Enjoy
C.Gift
D.Fast
Step 4: Opposite Words
What is the opposite of 'grant'?
A.Refuse
B.Kind
C.Listen
D.Open
Step 5: Mastery
Can you think of a real-life scenario of 'grant'?
A.The teacher taught the lesson in class.
B.She was awarded a scholarship for her outstanding achievements.
C.He ran a marathon last weekend.
D.The sky was painted in shades of red.
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