afforded
v. B2 Upper Intermediate US //əˈfɔɹdəd// UK //ɐfˈɔːdɪd// af·ford·ed
v. to give someone the chance or ability to do something. You use this when money, time, or a situation makes an action possible.
v. to provide the means, opportunity, or resources for a specific action or state. Typically used in the passive voice with 'to' + infinitive.
The scholarship afforded her a chance to study abroad.
The new policy afforded employees more flexibility in choosing their work hours.
The unique geographical position afforded the city a strategic advantage in trade that lasted for centuries.
Usage
The verb is transitive and takes a direct object. It is most commonly used in the passive construction ('was afforded the opportunity').