authorized

adjective

au·​tho·​rized ˈȯ-thə-ˌrīzd 

1

: endowed with authority

an authorized representative

2

: sanctioned by authority : having or done with legal or official approval

an authorized biography

an authorized translation

Synonyms

• official
• sanctioned

Examples of authorized in a Sentence

an authorized biography of the former president

Recent Examples on the Web

The program was already understaffed beyond its statutory authorized level, and the recent cuts will add further chaos, Chevat said. —Eduardo Cuevas, USA Today, 2 Apr. 2025

Related Articles The new Rolex collection is now available through authorized retailers worldwide. —Renan Botelho, Footwear News, 1 Apr. 2025

In addition to online protection, Loti AI’s scans also find authorized images, like old photos and videos that could hold sentimental value. —Lauren Coates, Variety, 20 Mar. 2025

Eversource, which has a far larger state footprint and invests far more in its network, has an authorized ROE of 9.25 percent, but an actual ROE of 6.13 percent, according to its most recent filing. —Edmund H. Mahony, Hartford Courant, 20 Mar. 2025

Word History

Etymology

from past participle of authorize

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Rhymes for authorized

• acclimatized
• actualized
• aerosolized
• alphabetized
• aluminized
• anaesthetized
• anesthetized
• annualized
• antagonized
• apologised
• apologized
• capitalised