authorize
/ˈɑθəɹaɪz/verb
To grant (someone) the permission or power necessary to do (something).
Example sentences
- “The General Assembly authorized the Council to take up the matter.”
- “The judge authorized the wiretapping.”
Featured as word of the day on April 29, 2027.
Related words
avariceExcessive or inordinate desire of gain; greed for wealth.authenticationProof of identity required by a user to log on to some network or access some resource.avertTo turn aside or away.authenticOf the same origin as claimed; genuine.avidEnthusiastic; keen; eager; showing great interest in something or desire to do something.austereGrim or severe in manner or appearance.