1. to give or grant (a title, degree, benefit, or honor) to someone
Usage: third person singular present tense of ‘confer’
2. to have a discussion or consultation with someone
Usage: third person singular present tense of ‘confer’

Examples

• The university confers degrees upon graduating students each spring.
• The award confers great honor on the recipient.
• This membership confers special privileges at the club.
• The judge confers with the attorneys before making a decision.
• She confers with her advisor about course selection.
• The committee confers regularly to discuss policy changes.