1. to give official permission for something to happen or be done
Usage: third person singular present tense of ‘authorize’
2. to give someone the power or right to do something
Usage: third person singular present tense of ‘authorize’

Examples

• The manager authorizes all overtime work.
• Congress authorizes spending for federal programs.
• The law authorizes police to search vehicles under certain conditions.
• The board authorizes the CEO to make major decisions.
• Only the principal authorizes field trips.
• The treaty authorizes trade between the two countries.
• The doctor authorizes the patient’s return to work.