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authorized definition

au·thor·ized (-īzd′)

adjective

  1. established or justified by authority
  2. given authority my authorized agent

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authorized Synonyms

authorized

modif.

allowed, sanctioned, confirmed, accredited; see approved.


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authorized Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

  • warehousekeeper: Regulation 10 places restrictions on the privileges afforded to an authorized warehousekeeper in relation to excise goods in his export shop.

Modifying Another Word

  • only: We will permit only authorized employees, who are trained in the proper handling of personal data, to access your personal information.
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