authorizes Get Printable Handwriting Hear It! Say It! Write It! Learn It! Spelling Test Definition verb. gives permission or power to do something. Example Sentence This document authorizes you to make decisions on the account. More Example Sentences He authorizes the use of the tools. Synonyms permits; allows; enables Antonyms forbids; prohibits; denies Hear It! Say It! Write It! authorizes Switch to cursive Start Share with your friends: