as in certified
Related Words
Relevance
Dissimilar Words
variants
also licenced
as in enabled
to give official or legal power to
a state statute licenses county sheriffs to choose their own deputies
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of licensed
Chase Jordan
june 11, Charlotte Observer, 11 June 2026
The site will connect you with the closest licensed wildlife rehabilitators, rescues, and specialized veterinarians based on your current location and the specific animal species.
—Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 10 June 2026
Eric Rosenbaum, CNBC, 10 June 2026
Companies are licensed to use products unavailable to homeowners and are likely to have a treatment specific to your problem.
—Barbara Gillette, The Spruce, 10 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for licensed
Adjective
The sale includes more than 500 licensed nursing beds.
—Chase Jordan
june 11, Charlotte Observer, 11 June 2026
The site will connect you with the closest licensed wildlife rehabilitators, rescues, and specialized veterinarians based on your current location and the specific animal species.
—Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 10 June 2026
Verb
Its technology can also be licensed to third parties, both operational planning AI software and its autonomous driving system.
—Eric Rosenbaum, CNBC, 10 June 2026
Companies are licensed to use products unavailable to homeowners and are likely to have a treatment specific to your problem.
—Barbara Gillette, The Spruce, 10 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for licensed
Recent Examples of Synonyms for licensed
Adjective
-
Authentic experiences working in instructional roles directly with children, in classrooms mentored by certified teachers, is a key component of the Read Alliance program.—
Read Alliance,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2026
-
This expansion helps workers gain new skills, such as becoming a certified nursing assistant or welder, through federal assistance for training programs lasting 8 to 15 weeks.—
Brittney Melton,
NPR,
11 June 2026
Verb
-
This investment needs to be enabled via structural changes to the financial system.—
Nina Seega,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2026
-
Due to Climate Change Rising temperatures and resilient grapes have enabled Denmark and Sweden to produce unique wines.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 June 2026
Adjective
-
Tickets can be purchased at authorized retailers, including convenience stores, gas stations and grocery stores.—
Fernando Cervantes Jr,
USA Today,
7 June 2026
-
They are not designed as retail sales floors, but as brand immersion experiences with expert consultants serving as guides to inspire and educate potential customers before being referred to an authorized dealer.—
Pamela N. Danziger,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
Verb
-
Ideally, Sorsby gets the help necessary, moves on from this period, has a pro career, a nice life, and the NCAA is empowered to level a due punishment to a person who deserves it.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
8 June 2026
-
America’s strength has always come from individuals empowered to act, communities willing to build, and leaders who expand opportunity rather than contain it.—
Keith Krach,
Fortune,
7 June 2026
Adjective
-
When searching, the letter writer or the cousin should be sure to seek out an accredited service that requires all their nurses be licensed and certified.—
Eric Thomas,
Sun Sentinel,
11 June 2026
-
The school began offering online courses in 2020, with undergraduate and graduate degrees to prepare students for ministry leadership through its partnerships with accredited institutions.—
Frannie Comstock,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
10 June 2026
Verb
-
Qatar was not ready for the world’s most prominent sporting stage four years ago, having only qualified for the World Cup thanks to its status as the host nation, after spending the previous 70 years as an afterthought – or even a non-entity – in the soccer world.—
Joseph Dycus,
Mercury News,
13 June 2026
-
Four teams — Jordan, Curacao, Cape Verde and Uzbekistan — have qualified for the tournament for the first time.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
12 June 2026
Adjective
-
The endorsed candidate receives direct backing from the party.—
Alex Derosier,
Twin Cities,
2 June 2026
-
Blake ran in the Democratic primary for mayor and cross-endorsed Mamdani.—
Ross O'Keefe,
The Washington Examiner,
24 Nov. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Licensed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/licensed. Accessed 14 Jun. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
