Entrust

usgb/ɪnˈtrʌst/
verb

To give someone a thing or a duty for them to take care of.

I entrusted my car to my friend while I was away.
Visual representation of "entrust" - To give someone a thing or a duty for them to take care of.

Often appears as...

  • entrust someone with something
  • entrust something to someone
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Trust Level

Use 'entrust' when showing high levels of trust, often involving personal or valuable items.

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I will only entrust my family heirloom to someone I deeply trust.
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Temporary Custody

'Entrust' implies a temporary transfer of care or control, not permanent ownership.

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She entrusted her plants to me for the weekend.
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Responsibility Transfer

When entrusting duties, it indicates delegating with confidence in someone's capabilities.

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The manager entrusted the project to his most competent team member.
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