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Word

endorsement

Phoneticsen·dorse·ment, stress on the second syllable

US/ɛnˈdɔɹsmənt/

UK/ɛndˈɔːsmənt/

Definitions

01public support

B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun

n. a public statement that shows you support or approve of someone or something.

n. a formal or public expression of approval or support for a person, policy, or cause.

“The candidate was delighted to receive an official endorsement from the local newspaper.”

“The prime minister's endorsement of the new environmental policy provided the necessary political momentum to pass the bill through parliament.”

02commercial sponsorship

B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun

n. when a famous person says they like a product in an advertisement.

n. a promotional statement by a celebrity or public figure recommending a specific product or brand, often for payment.

“The athlete signed a multi-million dollar endorsement deal with a famous shoe company.”

“The marketing agency argued that a celebrity endorsement would significantly increase the brand's appeal among younger consumers.”

03document amendment

C1 · Advanced Countable noun Law Formal · Technical

n. a formal change or note added to a legal document, like an insurance policy or a driving licence.

n. a formal amendment or annotation added to an official document, such as an insurance contract or a professional licence.

“You need to check if your insurance policy has an endorsement for flood damage.”

“The insurer added a specific endorsement to the policy to cover the transport of hazardous materials across international borders.”

Synonyms

04professional qualification

C1 · Advanced Countable noun Aviation Technical

n. permission to do a specific task within a job you are already licensed for.

n. an official notation on a professional licence indicating that the holder is qualified to perform a specific skill or operate specific equipment.

“After ten hours of night flying, the pilot finally earned his night-flight endorsement.”

“The teacher sought an additional endorsement in special education to expand her employment opportunities within the school district.”

Usage

Often used in aviation and education contexts.

Collocations

Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “endorsement” in context.

Verb

01. secure an endorsement

“After months of lobbying, the startup managed to secure an endorsement from a major tech mogul.”

verb + noun

02. seek an endorsement

“The candidate traveled across the state to seek an endorsement from the labor unions.”

verb + noun

03. withdraw an endorsement

“The organization decided to withdraw its endorsement after the senator's controversial remarks.”

verb + noun

Adjective

04. glowing endorsement

“The book's sales skyrocketed after receiving a glowing endorsement from a famous talk show host.”

adj + noun

05. ringing endorsement

“The new software received a ringing endorsement from the industry's leading critics.”

adj + noun

06. tacit endorsement

“By remaining silent during the meeting, the board gave their tacit endorsement to the new policy.”

adj + noun

Noun

07. celebrity endorsement

“Many luxury brands rely heavily on celebrity endorsement to appeal to younger demographics.”

noun + noun

08. endorsement of the proposal

“The committee's formal endorsement of the proposal ensured that the project would receive funding.”

noun + of + noun

Real-World Examples

“Two years after launching the vodka firm, Morgan and Quinn accepted investment from DJ Charlie Sloth whose celebrity contacts brought valuable endorsements to the gold-coloured vodka bottles.”
BBC News 17 Aug 2026
“Perhaps the strongest endorsement of the postwar American model is the adoption of its core features by international competitors.”
The Conversation 7 Aug 2026
“The contents are those of the author and do not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an endorsement, by CDC or the U.S.”
The Conversation 23 Jul 2026

Etymology

From endorse + -ment.

Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Word family

NOUN

endorsement(C1)

Domains

AviationEducation

This entry

Exam level
CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.C1 AdvancedIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.7.0–8.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 5.0–5.595–113TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.945–990
Frequency
Frequent
Level
C1 · AdvancedOxford
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