1. granting or giving something in a gracious or condescending manner
Usage: formal; often implies superiority of the giver
2. revealing or disclosing information, especially reluctantly or as a favor
Usage: formal

Examples

• The CEO was vouchsafing only brief responses to reporters’ questions.
• She was vouchsafing her wisdom to the younger employees.
• The witness was finally vouchsafing crucial details about the incident.
• He seemed to be vouchsafing his attention as if it were a precious gift.
• The professor was vouchsafing explanations only to his favorite students.
• The government official was vouchsafing no comment on the scandal.