authorized (B2)
adjective
Pronunciation: /ˈɔːθəraɪzd/
Definition
Given official permission or approval for something to happen, be done, or be used.
Examples
Only authorized personnel are allowed in this laboratory.
The system automatically logs out any unauthorized users after 15 minutes of inactivity.
She was authorized by the board to sign the contract.
How to Use authorized
- authorized to do something (prepositional phrase)
- Having official permission to perform a specific action. — "The manager was authorized to approve expenses up to $500."
- authorized by someone/something (prepositional phrase)
- Having received official permission from a person or entity. — "The use of this software is authorized by the IT department."
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