1. to give official permission for something or to someone
2. to give someone the power or right to do something

Examples

• The manager authorized the purchase of new equipment.
• Congress must authorize funding for the project.
• Only the principal can authorize early dismissal.
• The contract authorizes the company to use our logo.
• She was authorized to sign documents on behalf of the organization.
• The court authorized the search of the premises.
• Parents must authorize their children’s participation in the field trip.