Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
authorize
verb
/ˈɔːθəraɪz/
Definition
To give official permission or approval for something.
Examples
- The manager will authorize the overtime request.
- Only the committee can authorize new spending.
- He was authorized to sign the contract on behalf of the organization.
Meaning
To allow someone to do something or to grant powers.
Synonyms
- Approve
- Permit
- Grant
- Empower
- Sanction
