render

Meanings

1. 1
   verb

   To cause someone or something to be in a particular state.

   The injury rendered him unable to walk for months.

2. 2
   verb

   To perform or present something, such as music or a role.

   The pianist rendered the sonata beautifully.

3. 3
   verb

   To give or provide something, such as help or a service.

   She thanked the doctors for the care they had rendered.

4. 4
   verb

   To officially give a decision or judgement.

   The jury rendered a verdict of not guilty.

From Middle English renderen, rendren, from Old French rendre (“render, give back”), from Late Latin rendere, from Latin reddere (“make, give back”).

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