Synonyms of authorizations

authorizations

noun

plural of authorization

1

as in permissions

the approval by someone in authority for the doing of something

you will need the authorization of the council before you can act

Synonyms & Similar Words

• permissions
• consents
• permits
• licenses
• sanctions
• clearances
• signatures
• allowances
• warrants
• grants
• certifications
• leaves
• accreditations
• agreements
• green lights
• concurrences
• sufferances
• seals
• stamps
• tolerances
• liberties
• patents
• acceptances
• concessions
• imprimaturs
• passes
• acquiescences
• assents
• tolerations
• OKs
• accords

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• prohibitions
• denials
• proscriptions
• revocations
• refusals
• injunctions
• rejections
• interdictions
• taboos
• vetoes
• exclusions
• suppressions
• repressions
• discouragements
• embargoes
• bans
• deterrences

2

as in mandates

the granting of power to perform various acts or duties

his authorization to go ahead with the project was finally given

Synonyms & Similar Words

• mandates
• accreditations
• licenses
• delegations
• commissions
• empowerments
• promotions
• commendations
• consignments
• facilitations
• entrustments
• orderings

3

as in latitudes

the right to act or move freely

granted authorization to enter the military facility

Synonyms & Similar Words

• latitudes
• licenses
• freedoms
• controls
• authorities
• powers
• mandates
• runs
• free hands
• spaces
• dominions
• commands
• room
• clutches
• grips
• ranges
• holds
• blank checks
• masteries
• sways
• cartes blanches

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of authorizations

In between are electronic travel authorizations and simplified visa procedures, many of which can be completed relatively quickly. — Jean Francois Harvey, Forbes.com, 25 Sep. 2026

Many handled important logistical tasks, Forest Service staffers said, like securing authorizations for equipment, land use and water supplies during wildfires. — Emily Mae Czachor, CBS News, 21 Sep. 2026

Several California universities have paused international students’ applications to pursue off-campus internships after the federal government issued guidance last month urging enhanced scrutiny of these work authorizations. — Tarini Mehta, Sacbee.com, 2 Sep. 2026

Without work authorizations and the ability to drive, many have chosen for now, to remain home behind closed doors. — Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 20 Aug. 2026

The transaction would also require SEC review, shareholder approval and other company authorizations, while its timing will depend on market conditions. — Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 13 Aug. 2026

In its current form, the program places substantial administrative burden on clinicians, requiring extensive documentation, prior authorizations, appeals, and time-consuming navigation of evolving coverage rules. — Jeffrey Millstein, STAT, 11 Aug. 2026

But for Haitians and other foreign nationals who have lost their protection status, work authorizations also disappear. — David Lyons, Sun Sentinel, 9 Aug. 2026

Shotwell didn’t reveal cost of building network Starlink deployed about 650 Direct to Cell (D2C) satellites under existing authorizations and is seeking FCC approval to launch up to 15,000 next-generation mobile satellites. — Jon Brodkin, ArsTechnica, 5 Aug. 2026