adj
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authorized
AW-thuh-ryzd
Authorized (adj) means Officially permitted or approved. Example: “Only an authorized dealer can carry out repairs under the warranty.”
adj
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Officially permitted or approved.
"Only an authorized dealer can carry out repairs under the warranty."
"She showed a pass to prove she was authorized to enter the lab."
"Only authorized personnel are allowed beyond this point."
How to use authorized
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishGiven official permission or approval.
UK vs US
Spelled "authorised" in UK English, "authorized" in US English.
Common pairings
authorized personnel
authorized dealer
authorized user
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Frequently asked questions
What does “authorized” mean?
The word “authorized” means officially permitted or approved. In plain terms, given official permission or approval.
How do you pronounce “authorized”?
“Authorized” is pronounced AW-thuh-ryzd (/ˈɔθəɹaɪzd/ in IPA).
How do you use “authorized” in a sentence?
Here is “authorized” used in a sentence: “Only authorized personnel are allowed beyond this point.”
What is the opposite of “authorized”?
The opposite of “authorized” — its antonyms — is unauthorized.
What part of speech is “authorized”?
“Authorized” is an adjective.
Is “authorized” a common word?
“Authorized” is a fairly common word in modern English.
What is the difference between "authorized" and "authorised"?
They are the same word with the same meaning — officially permitted or approved. "Authorized" is the standard American spelling, while "authorised" is the usual British spelling; choose one and stay consistent within a document.
What is the difference between authorized and approved?
"Authorized" means someone has been given official permission or power to do something, while "approved" means something has been formally accepted or agreed to. You authorize a person to act; you approve a plan or a request.
What is the difference between authorized and unauthorized?
"Authorized" means officially permitted or approved, while "unauthorized" means done without that permission. A sign reading "no unauthorized access" means only people with official approval may enter.
What is the difference between authorized and licensed?
"Authorized" means officially permitted or approved to do something, often by a person or organisation in charge, while "licensed" means holding a formal permit granted by an official body. An authorised dealer has a company's permission to sell; a licensed one holds a legal certificate to operate.
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