underwrite

verb

1. 1

   To write below or under; subscribe.

2. 2

   To subscribe (a document, policy etc.) with one's name.

3. 3

   To sign; to put one's name to.

4. 4

   To agree to pay by signing one's name; subscribe.

5. 5

   Specifically, to assume financial responsibility for something, and guarantee it against failure.

6. 6

   To act as an underwriter.

7. 7

   To support, lend support to, guarantee the basis of.

8. 8

   To submit to; put up with.