authorized
UK: ˈɔːθəraɪzd | US: ˈɔːθəraɪzd
adj. officially approved or permitted
vt. (past tense of "authorize") gave official permission or power to someone
The word "authorized" stems from the root "author," derived from Latin "auctor" (creator, promoter), combined with the verb-forming suffix "-ize" (from Greek "-izein," meaning "to make or do"). The "-ed" suffix marks it as a past participle. Historically, it evolved from the idea of an "author" as a source of authority, later formalized into the concept of granting official permission.
Only authorized personnel may enter this restricted area.
The bank authorized the transaction after verifying the details.
This document is not valid unless signed by an authorized representative.
The software update was authorized by the IT department.
She was authorized to access confidential files.