gebilligte
Translation
approved, endorsed, sanctioned
Examples
Der gebilligte Plan wurde umgesetzt.
The approved plan was implemented.
Dies ist die offiziell gebilligte Version.
This is the officially approved version.
Grammar Patterns
((as an adjective)) ((noun)) approved... The approved application is available.
Similar Words
Synonyms: genehmigt (approved), akzeptiert (accepted); Antonyms: abgelehnt (rejected)
Etymology
Past participle of the verb 'billigen' (to approve). The 'ge-' prefix is typical for past participles.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'bill' in parliament that has been 'approved' or 'gebilligt'.