[with obj. and infinitive]give (someone) the authority or power to do something 授权于 nobody was empowered to sign cheques on her behalf. 她没有授权任何人代表她签支票。 ■[with obj.]make (someone) stronger and more confident, especially in controlling their life and claiming their rights 增强(人)的力量和信心(尤指使能够掌握自身命运及维护自身权利) movements to empower the poor. 旨在增强穷人能力和自信心的运动。