AUTHORIZATION Synonyms: 84 Similar and Opposite Words

authorization

noun

ˌȯ-th(ə-)rə-ˈzā-shən

Definition of authorization

as in permission

the approval by someone in authority for the doing of something you will need the authorization of the council before you can act

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as in mandate

the granting of power to perform various acts or duties his authorization to go ahead with the project was finally given

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as in latitude

the right to act or move freely granted authorization to enter the military facility

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Recent Examples of authorization These individuals often seek assistance from NorCal resist, which provides legal aid to immigrants and helps those with TPS apply for work authorization. — Sofia Williams, Sacbee.com, 22 July 2026 Issuing a patient medical marijuana authorization without actually examining them will cost a Miami doctor time and money. — David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 21 July 2026 While its aircraft don't look like DJI Agra models, the FCC asserts that the underlying tech is from DJI and is revoking authorization for its entire catalog. — Jim Fisher, PC Magazine, 21 July 2026 Coverage excludes preexisting conditions, routine maintenance, cosmetic damage and repairs completed without prior authorization. — Michael Kurko, USA Today, 21 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for authorization

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Noun

Morris won’t be checking in for permission slips or tips on what to do.

— Dieter Kurtenbach, Mercury News, 25 July 2026
The Rangers have made no such permissions for Palmeiro, despite a resume that is the color of 1,000 rainbows, including pitch black.

— Mac Engel July 24, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 July 2026

Definition of permission

Noun

Filtering mandate went too far The famously conservative 5th Circuit appeals court has upheld several Texas laws imposing obligations on websites and online platforms.

— Jon Brodkin, ArsTechnica, 27 July 2026
The recycling effort comes as California mandates retailers offer a responsible way for worn textiles to be repurposed, instead of tossed into the trash.

— Samantha Gowen, Oc Register, 27 July 2026

Definition of mandate

Noun

The data reaches only people who use cards and apps, and the hardest barriers are consent, privacy law and access to records held by companies rather than health agencies.

— John Drake, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026
In social media posts, Wilson claimed the producers initially withheld consent to show the film at the Toronto International Film Festival to retaliate against her for drawing attention to their bad behavior.

— Hilary Whiteman, CNN Money, 22 July 2026

Definition of consent

Noun

Forbes contributor Ian Shepherd reported that industry executives now describe formal creator accreditation as the natural next step for major sporting events, treating creator access as infrastructure rather than a supplemental marketing layer.

— Olivia Shalhoup, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026
The board sets education policy, maintains academic standards, and oversees educational licenses and the accreditation system.

— Zuri Primos July 26, Kansas City Star, 26 July 2026

Definition of accreditation

Noun

Quinn was first issued a license to practice medicine in 1986 and has admitting privileges at multiple Novant Health and Atrium Health locations, according to his medical board record.

— Amber Gaudet, Charlotte Observer, 24 July 2026
The search result will show the surgeon’s certification status, including whether their license is active, suspended or revoked.

— Ella Moore July 23, Miami Herald, 23 July 2026

Definition of license

Noun

Getty Images The granting of a UPEPA special motion to strike means that the plaintiff's complaint was without substantial factual or legal support.

— Jay Adkisson, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026
But without an objective yardstick, two police officers can review the same file and make opposite decisions about the granting of a license.

— George A. Mocsary, The Conversation, 7 July 2026

Definition of granting

Noun

The outgoing president of the White House Correspondents’ Association, Weijia Jiang, introduced Trump after discussing the importance of press freedom.

— Brian Stelter, CNN Money, 25 July 2026
Supporters argue that vouchers allow parents more freedom to find the best schools available for their children.

— Lauren Costantino, Miami Herald, 25 July 2026

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