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 of authorized

• official

Examples of authorized in a Sentence

an authorized biography of the former president

Recent Examples on the Web

Pittman, who had already admonished another defense lawyer for bringing an authorized poster board that juxtaposed scenes of seemingly peaceful protest with a fiery riot, suggested that the defense was trying to equate its side of the case with the civil rights movement. —Mia Cathell, The Washington Examiner, 13 Mar. 2026

Unlike most internet comparison sites that function primarily as advertising platforms, selling leads, redirecting users to third-party sites, or ranking providers based on ad spend, Compare Internet operates as an authorized retailer for nearly every ISP featured. —Felysha Walker, Kansas City Star, 11 Mar. 2026

Metro Transit police saw a second consecutive year of decreases to the most serious crimes in 2025, and is staffed with 118 officers out of an authorized 171, according to the department. —Mara H. Gottfried, Twin Cities, 9 Mar. 2026

Under California law, police agencies are required to adopt detailed usage and privacy policies governing license plate data, restrict access to authorized purposes, and regularly audit searches to prevent misuse. —Los Angeles Times, 1 Mar. 2026

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