Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

intrust

verb
/ɪnˈtrʌst/
Definition
To assign the responsibility for something to someone, often involving the management of funds or property.
Examples
  • The parents decided to intrust their savings to a financial advisor.
  • The organization will intrust a portion of its funds to support local charities.
Meaning
The act of giving someone else the responsibility for looking after something important.
Synonyms
  • entrust
  • delegate
  • charge
  • commit