authorized — Having official permission or approval to do something. Granted the right or power to act on behalf of another.
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: Having official permission or approval to do something. Granted the right or power to act on behalf of another.
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈɔːθəraɪzd/
Example Sentences
- The security guard asked to see my authorized ID card before letting me enter the secret pizza laboratory.
- Only authorized mechanics can repair the company vehicles.
- She was the authorized spokesperson who accidentally announced that cats would rule the world next Tuesday.
authorized
ADJECTIVE[/ˈɔːθəraɪzd/]
Having official permission or approval to do something. Granted the right or power to act on behalf of another.
Having official permission or approval to do something. Granted the right or power to act on behalf of another.
Though disguised, when authorized, everyone's surprised!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'auctor' meaning creator or authority figure, through Old French 'autoriser' into English. Think of ancient Roman officials stamping documents with their official seal to grant permission.
Breakdown
author (one with authority/credibility) + -ize (verb suffix: to make/cause) + -ed (past participle: having been given authority)
🎵Rhyme
📝Examples
“The security guard asked to see my authorized ID card before letting me enter the secret pizza laboratory.”
“Only authorized mechanics can repair the company vehicles.”
“She was the authorized spokesperson who accidentally announced that cats would rule the world next Tuesday.”
“The bank requires an authorized signature for large transactions.”
“The cat somehow got an authorized ID card and now works in our office.”
“You need an authorized signature to withdraw money from the bank.”
“My mom gave me authorized permission to eat cookies before dinner.”
“Only authorized vehicles can park in this restricted area.”
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