The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 9 letter word EMPOWERED
I've seen this crossword clue in The Daily Telegraph
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More clues leading to the result EMPOWERED
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What does EMPOWERED mean?
EMPOWERED verb- To give permission, power, or the legal right to do something.
- To give someone more confidence and/or strength to do something, often by enabling them to increase their control over their own life or situation.
- One who is empowered.
- Having been given the power to make choices relevant to one's situation.
- Acting with confidence.