confer

(1) To grant a title, right, or honor. (2) To discuss something formally to reach a decision.

• conference/ˈkɒnfərəns/(n)会议
• conferral/kənˈfɜːrəl/(n)授予

• confer a degree
• confer a title
• confer with colleagues
• confer benefits

1. 1.The university conferred an honorary degree on the scientist. (grant)
2. 2.Let me confer with my team before giving you an answer. (discuss)

• grant/ɡrɑːnt/— give formally, one-way
• bestow/bɪˈstəʊ/— give something valuable, ceremonial
• consult/kənˈsʌlt/— discuss for advice, sense 2

con- (together) + ferre (to carry/bring) — bring ideas together, or bring honor to someone