authorized
Translation
authorised, official, permitted
Examples
Only authorized personnel can enter this area.
Only authorised personnel can enter this area.
This is an authorized biography of the president.
This is an authorised biography of the president.
Grammar Patterns
authorized ((noun)) officially approved (sth.) This is an authorised dealer.
Similar Words
Synonyms: official, permitted, approved; Antonyms: unauthorised, forbidden
Etymology
From 'author', meaning someone who creates something, giving the sense of 'given authority by the creator'.
Memory Tips
Think of an 'author' giving 'authority' for their book to be published. It's officially approved.