authorize
/ˈɔːθəraɪz/
au · thor · ize
ˈɔː · θə · raɪz
English Definition
v. to give official permission for something
Significado en Español
autorizar
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
ủy quyền, phê chuẩn
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Select the best synonym for the word “authorize”:
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A
forbid
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B
permit
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C
deny
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D
prohibit
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B — permit.
“authorize” means v. to give official permission for something
Common questions about “authorize”
What does “authorize” mean?
authorize — v. to give official permission for something. In Chinese: 授权，批准.
How do you pronounce “authorize”?
authorize is pronounced /ˈɔːθəraɪz/. It breaks into 3 syllables: au · thor · ize.
Is “authorize” an ISEE Basic-level word?
Yes. authorize appears on the iSEE Vocab Basic list, which covers 2445 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
