# entrust

/ɛnˈtɹəst/ (US) · /ɛntɹˈʌst/ (UK) · CEFR C1 · Verb

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/entrust
Updated: 2026-05-19

## Definition

to give someone a task or a responsibility because you trust them. You use this when you want to show that you have confidence in a person's ability.

For teachers: to give someone a task or responsibility because you trust them. Transitive — requires a direct object representing the task or the person being trusted.

## Examples

- I entrust my keys to my neighbor while I am away.
- The manager entrusts the most sensitive data to the lead accountant to ensure it remains secure.
- By entrusting the project to a team of seasoned professionals, the board demonstrated its confidence in their ability to navigate the complex regulatory landscape.

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