While it usually means to give something as a gift or honor, it can also mean to give something unwillingly, often with a sense of grudging acceptance.
For example:
* "The king bestowed upon the rebellious knight a small plot of land, hoping to appease him."
Other words that might fit the definition depending on the context include:
* Concede
* Relinquish
* Yield
* Grant
Let me know if you have any other words you're trying to define!