befugt
Translation
authorised, entitled, competent
Examples
Er ist befugt, diese Entscheidung zu treffen.
He is authorised to make this decision.
Nur befugtes Personal hat Zutritt.
Only authorised personnel have access.
Grammar Patterns
to be authorised ((to do sth.)) She is authorised to sign the contract.
Similar Words
Synonyms: berechtigt, ermächtigt; Antonym: unbefugt
Etymology
From the past participle of 'befugen' (to authorise). The root 'Fuge' (joint) relates to 'fügen' (to fit), implying someone 'fitted' for a role.
Memory Tips
Think of someone who has been 'fitted' (gefügt) with the power (be-) to do something.