render
to cause something to be in a particular state, or to provide or give something in return
Word origin: From Old French rendre, to give back.
Render in a sentence
Here are example sentences showing render in a sentence.
The new evidence rendered the original verdict completely invalid.
The sudden power failure rendered the security cameras useless for the duration of the storm.
Using “render” well
Render carries two main senses here: to cause something to be in a particular state (render it useless), and to provide or give in return (render assistance). The verb is highly versatile, so context determines which sense applies.
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