authorized

American  

[aw-thuh-rahyzd] / ˈɔ θəˌraɪzd /

adjective

1. given or endowed with authority.

   an authorized agent.

2. duly sanctioned.

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Other Word Forms

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

Etymology

Origin of authorized

authorize + -ed ²

Example Sentences

In a unanimous opinion issued Thursday, justices from the state’s first appellate district found that an oversight body in Sonoma County is legally authorized to subpoena the county sheriff’s office while probing whistleblower inquiries.

From Los Angeles Times

The company said in November that its board had authorized a $500 million stock buyback, looking to offset a part of the share dilution from its stock-based compensation plans.

From The Wall Street Journal

In addition, under the new policy, "all journalist access to the Pentagon will require escort by authorized Department personnel."

From Barron's

Purchases during the presale will only be authorized if they are completed using a payment method that has a billing zip code from a qualifying county.

From Los Angeles Times

“Western Star” is thus the rare authorized biography that keeps its subject at arm’s length.

From The Wall Street Journal

Related Words

• accredited
• certified
• commissioned
• lawful
• legitimate
• licensed
• recognized
• sanctioned