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

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

Sam Raskin, a spokesperson for the mayor, said that NYPD headcount is expected to fluctuate throughout the year and as a result the force will sometimes fall above or below authorized headcount. —Josephine Stratman, New York Daily News, 1 June 2026

Australia became the first country to allow authorized psychiatrists to prescribe MDMA and psilocybin for certain mental health conditions in 2023. —Brandon Gomez, CNBC, 31 May 2026

An authorized user can make purchases, but the primary cardholder (the person who opened the account) remains legally responsible for the debt. —Doug Ashburn, Encyclopedia Britannica, 28 May 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
• aerosolized
• alphabetized
• aluminized
• anaesthetized
• anesthetized
• annualized
• antagonized
• apologised
• apologized
• capitalised
• capitalized