authorize · verb T /ˈɔː.θəˌrɑɪz/
Word family
Nouns: authority, authorization
Adjectives: authoritarian, authoritative, unauthorized
Verbs: authorize
Adverbs: authoritatively
authorize
C1 to give official permission for something
Dictionary example:
His manager had authorized the expenditure.
Learner example:
If we do that, every piece of data is stored in a place acce[s]sible for anyone authorized, for example, you. (Certificate in Advanced English; C1; Spanish)
be authorized to do sth
C1 to be officially allowed to do something
Dictionary example:
Only managers are authorized to sign expense forms.
Learner example:
In my capacity as the secretary of the Social Club, I am authorized to express students' dissatisfaction with the facilities of the museum and to urge you to take remedial action toward improving the situation. (Certificate in Advanced English; C1; Greek)
