Authorization
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌɔːθəɹaɪˈzeɪʃn/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Authorization is a noun meaning (countable) An act of authorizing.
Meaning
(countable) An act of authorizing.
More Meanings
- (uncountable) The state of being authorized to do something or to be somewhere; formally granted permission.
- (countable) A document giving formal sanction, permission or warrant.
- (government) Permission, possibly limited, to spend funds for a specific budgetary purpose.
Example Sentences
Can I see your authorization?
I've got authorization. Call the office and you'll see.
We've had the authorization for years, but we've never gotten an appropriation.
Our proposal thus envisages a new procedure for the authorization of experimental program
Word Forms
- authorizations
- authorisation
Synonyms for authorization
Depending on context, synonyms include assent, consent, sanction, accedence, allowance, approbation.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include authorisation, mandate, authority, empowerment, permission, approve.
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