Endow : give or bequeath an income or property to (a person or institution). Rob : take property unlawfully from (a person or place) by force or threat of force. Invest : put (money) into financial schemes, shares, property, or a commercial venture with the expectation of achieving a profit. Divest : deprive someone of (power, rights, or possessions). Snatch : quickly seize (something) in a rude or eager way.