Dictionary-enhanced word family
Word Forms of “Grant”
To give someone permission or something they ask for, usually officially or formally.
Word Family of Grant
Some English words keep the same spelling as a noun and a verb. Context tells you which form is being used.
How to Use Each Word Form in a Sentence
- The university will grant a degree to graduates in June. B1
- The government granted him permission to build a new house on the land. B2
- The foundation grants funding to research projects that address climate change. B2
Origin and Word Formation of Grant
From Old French 'granter', meaning to consent or approve.
Commonly used in formal contexts: universities grant degrees, governments grant visas.
Common Word Form Mistakes with Grant
Wrong: The professor grant a scholarship to the student.
Correct: The professor granted a scholarship to the student.
Past tense requires 'granted', not base form 'grant'.
Frequently Asked Questions About Word Forms of Grant
What are the word forms of “grant”?
The confirmed forms are shown in the word family cards above. Missing parts of speech are hidden instead of filled with placeholder text.
What part of speech is “grant”?
“grant” is primarily a verb. Some forms above show how the same root works as other parts of speech.
Can “grant” be both a noun and a verb?
Yes. Some words keep the same spelling across parts of speech; the surrounding sentence shows the function.
Where does “grant” come from?
From Old French 'granter', meaning to consent or approve.