bestowed
v. C1 Advanced US //bɪˈstoʊd// UK //bɪstˈəʊd// be·stowed
v. to give something special or important to someone, often in a formal way. You use this when an award, title, or honor is officially handed over.
v. to confer or grant formally, especially an honor, title, or gift. Transitive; typically used in passive constructions with 'upon' or 'to'.
The king bestowed the medal on the hero.
The university bestowed an honorary degree upon the famous scientist for her work.
The committee bestowed the highest literary prize upon the author, recognizing decades of profound contribution to modern poetry.
Usage
Transitive verb; commonly takes 'upon' or 'to' to introduce the recipient.
Pitfall
bestowed the award for himbestowed the award on himThe verb typically pairs with 'on' or 'upon' for the recipient, not 'for'.