authorised
adjective
Simple meaning
Given formal permission or power to do something.
Pronunciation
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IPA pronunciation (US)
ˈɔθɚaɪzd
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Definition
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adjective
Endowed with authority
Word at a Glance
- Difficulty
- B1 · Intermediate (estimated)
- Frequency
- Moderately Common
- Typical Use
- Neutral / general English
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- “The guard was not authorised to let anyone into the restricted area.”adjective
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Give or delegate power or authority to.
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