confer a degree

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To formally grant an academic degree to someone.

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  • The university will confer degrees on over 3,000 students this Saturday.
  • An honorary doctorate degree was conferred upon the renowned scientist for her lifetime achievements.
  • It is the chancellor's duty to formally confer the degrees at the graduation ceremony.
  • By the authority vested in me, I hereby confer upon you the degree of Master of Science.
  • Only accredited institutions are legally allowed to confer academic degrees.
  • The college has conferred its first engineering degrees this year.
  • A special committee was formed to decide on whom to confer the honorary degree.
  • After the students completed all requirements, the university conferred their degrees in a virtual ceremony.
  • This prestigious institution is known for conferring degrees that are respected worldwide.
  • The charter grants the board the power to confer any degree deemed appropriate.