authorized

[aw-thuh-rahyzd]

adjective

1. given or endowed with authority.

   an authorized agent.

2. duly sanctioned.

Other Word Forms

• quasi-authorized adjective
• self-authorized adjective
• unauthorized adjective
• well-authorized adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of authorized¹

authorize + -ed ²

Example Sentences

In 2015, Congress authorized California’s program through a highway funding bill, but that authorization expired Sept. 30.

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Twenty-five years ago, Princeton University authorized me to establish and direct a program in civic education dedicated to helping young men and women become determined truth seekers, courageous truth speakers, lifelong learners and responsible citizens.

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On the farm, everyone has to fill out forms that require documents showing they’re authorized to work.

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On Wednesday, the president of the Dominican Republic said he authorized the U.S. to refuel aircraft and transport equipment and personnel at restricted areas within the country to help fight drug trafficking.

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The settlement required Mr. Lowell to acknowledge the two agents had been authorized to provide their information to Congress and had “believed they acted in good faith to follow the law.”

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Related Words

• accredited 
• certified 
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• lawful 
• legitimate 
• licensed www.thesaurus.com
• recognized www.thesaurus.com
• sanctioned