Autorizado (en. Authorized)

/autoriˈθaðo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
That has the necessary approval or permission.
Access to the restricted area is only for authorized personnel.
El acceso a la zona restringida solo es para personal autorizado.
That is backed or validated by a competent authority.
The document was signed by an authorized official.
El documento fue firmado por un oficial autorizado.
That has the power or capacity to perform certain actions.
Only authorized managers can make financial decisions.
Solo los gerentes autorizados pueden tomar decisiones financieras.

Etymology

It derives from the verb 'authorize', which comes from the Latin 'authorizare'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

authorized person
Indicates someone who has permission or official capacity to act.
persona autorizada
authorized document
A document that has been validated by a competent authority.
documento autorizado
authorized access
Allowed entry to a restricted area, usually after being verified.
acceso autorizado
authorized decision
A choice or resolution that has the support of an authority figure.
decisión autorizada

Related Words

authorize
To grant permission or power to do something.
autorizar
authority
Capacity and right to command or impose obedience.
autoridad
approval
Consent given to carry out something.
aprobación

Slang Meanings

To have the green light
That project has already been approved, so it is authorized.
Ese proyecto ya tiene el visto bueno, así que está autorizado.
To be on the authorized list
If your name is on the authorized list, you can enter.
Si tu nombre está en la lista de autorizados, puedes entrar.