Englisch

authorization

gb/ˌɔθɚɪzˈeɪʃən/ us/ˌɔθɚɪzˈeɪʃən/
B2 Englisch
~ 6100
Bedeutungen
0 Bedeutungen
Nomen B2 entity
1

official permission to do something

Official permission from a person or group in power to do something.

Verwendungsmuster: authorization to [do something]; authorization for [something]; authorization from [someone]
Häufiger Fehler:
Learners sometimes confuse "authorization" with "author" or "authority" because they look similar. "Authorization" is permission; "author" is a person who writes, and "authority" is the power or the person/organization that can give permission. Learners also overuse "authorization" in casual contexts where simple "permission" sounds more natural.
Synonyme
permission (More general and more common in everyday speech; does not always imply formal or official approval.) | approval (Focuses on someone agreeing to something rather than on the formal right to do it.)
Antonyme
prohibition (Emphasizes that something is officially not allowed, the opposite of official permission.) | refusal (Highlights the act of not giving permission when it is requested.)
Wortverbindungen
obtain authorization |require authorization |with proper authorization |without authorization |prior authorization |written authorization
Themen
business |law |daily life |core_vocabulary
Beispiele
  • You must obtain authorization from your manager before making any large purchases.
  • Access to the lab is strictly limited and requires prior authorization.
  • He traveled without authorization and was questioned when he returned.
  • The company cannot charge your card without your express authorization.
  • No one is allowed to enter this area without written authorization.
Beispiele für Lernende
  • I need authorization from my boss to work from home.
  • You cannot see these files without authorization.
  • The doctor asked for my authorization before starting the treatment.
  • Students need authorization to leave school early.
  • She gave the bank authorization to use her data.
Nomen formal C1 entity
2

document granting official permission

A paper or digital form that says you are officially allowed to do a specific thing.

Verwendungsmuster: an authorization for [something]; an authorization to [do something]
Häufiger Fehler:
Learners sometimes say "sign a permission" instead of "sign an authorization" or "sign a consent form" when they mean a specific legal or official document. "Permission" is usually uncountable in this sense and not used for the physical document.
Synonyme
consent form (Common in medical and legal contexts; focuses on agreeing after understanding risks, rather than on power or authority.) | permit (Often a more specific type of official document, especially for activities like driving or building.)
Antonyme
revocation (Refers to officially taking back or cancelling a document that previously gave permission.)
Wortverbindungen
authorization form |authorization letter |signed authorization |written authorization |parental authorization |medical authorization
Themen
business |law |administration
Beispiele
  • Please sign this authorization form so we can request your medical records.
  • The bank requires written authorization before transferring such a large amount.
  • Parents must provide a signed authorization for their children to go on the trip.
  • The technician cannot start work without an authorization from the building owner.
  • We received the necessary authorization letter from the insurance company yesterday.
Beispiele für Lernende
  • You must fill out this authorization form before the surgery.
  • The school asked for an authorization from my parents.
  • I gave the company an authorization to use my photo.
  • The doctor cannot talk to your family without your written authorization.
  • They sent me an authorization letter for the payment.
unknown formal C1 action
3

act or process of approving

The official action of giving someone permission to do something.

Verwendungsmuster: the authorization of [something]
Häufiger Fehler:
Learners sometimes use only the verb "approve" when a more formal noun is expected in writing, for example writing "after the approve of the plan" instead of "after the authorization of the plan" or "after the approval of the plan". Also, they may confuse "authorization of" with "author" and write "the author of the plan" by mistake.
Synonyme
sanctioning (More formal and less common; emphasizes official approval, especially by a government or high-level body.) | ratification (Used especially for treaties, agreements, or decisions that must be formally accepted by an authority.)
Antonyme
rejection (Describes an authority deciding not to approve a proposal or request.) | veto (A specific kind of formal refusal by someone with the power to stop a decision.)
Wortverbindungen
authorization of the budget |authorization of the project |authorization process |final authorization |authorization procedure
Themen
business |government |law |core_vocabulary
Beispiele
  • The authorization of the new drug took several years of testing and review.
  • Parliament delayed the authorization of additional military spending.
  • Final authorization of the merger rests with the competition authority.
  • The authorization of the construction project is still under discussion.
  • Shareholders must vote on the authorization of any major restructuring.
Beispiele für Lernende
  • The authorization of the plan took many months.
  • We are still waiting for the authorization of the contract.
  • Government authorization of the new rules was slower than expected.
  • The authorization of the budget happens every year.
  • Board authorization of the deal is required.
Nomen technical C1 action
4

IT process deciding access rights

In computer systems, the step that decides what a logged-in user can see or change.

Verwendungsmuster: authorization for [user / service] to [access something]
Häufiger Fehler:
Learners working in IT often confuse "authentication" (proving identity) with "authorization" (deciding allowed actions). They may also say "the authorization of user" instead of the more natural "authorization of a user" or "user authorization".
Synonyme
access control (A broader technical term for managing who can use which resources; includes authorization but also other mechanisms.)
Antonyme
unauthorized access (Refers to using a system or data without having the rights or permissions granted by authorization.)
Wortverbindungen
user authorization |access authorization |authentication and authorization |authorization server |authorization token |authorization protocol
Themen
technology |security |science
Beispiele
  • Our system separates authentication from authorization to improve security.
  • The API will return an error if authorization fails.
  • OAuth is a widely used standard for user authorization on the web.
  • The application stores user roles to simplify authorization checks.
  • A security breach occurred because the authorization rules were misconfigured.
Beispiele für Lernende
  • Authentication checks who you are; authorization checks what you can do.
  • The website needs authorization before it can see your data.
  • Bad authorization settings can let users see private information.
  • The admin panel is only for users with special authorization.
  • Engineers tested the authorization process before launch.
Grammatik
Grundform
authorization
IPA
GB/ˌɔθɚɪzˈeɪʃən/
US/ˌɔθɚɪzˈeɪʃən/
Silben & Betonung
au - thor - iz - a - tion (5 Silben)
Stress on 3rd syllable (iz)
Wortformen
Noun
  • Base: authorization
  • Plural: authorization, authorizations
Wortfamilie
Forms
authorizations noun
Core family
authorize verb B1 authorized adjective
Related words
authority noun B1 authoritative adjective B2
Negative and opposite forms
unauthorized adjective B2
Advanced or less common
authorizer noun
Ausdrücke

authorization code

1
/ˌɔθɚɪzˈeɪʃən kˈoʊd/
fixed phrase technical

code proving something is approved

A number or mixed-number-and-letter code that shows a payment or access request has been accepted.

Beispiele
  • The payment was declined because the authorization code was missing.
  • You will receive an authorization code by text to confirm your login.

authorization form

1
/ˌɔθɚɪzˈeɪʃən fˈɔɹm/
fixed phrase

form used to give permission

A paper or online form that you sign or accept to say that something is allowed.

Beispiele
  • Before we speak to your doctor, you must complete this authorization form.
  • Parents filled out the authorization form for the school trip.

authorization to proceed

1
/ˌɔθɚɪzˈeɪʃən tə pɹoʊsˈidz/
fixed phrase formal

permission to start or continue

Official permission to start or go on with a plan or project.

Beispiele
  • We cannot begin construction until we receive authorization to proceed.
  • The contractor now has authorization to proceed with phase two of the work.

letter of authorization

1
/lˈɛtɚ əv ˌɔθɚɪzˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase formal

written letter giving permission

A written letter that says another person or company can act for you or do something with your permission.

Beispiele
  • Please bring a letter of authorization if someone else will collect the package.
  • The bank asked for a letter of authorization before speaking to her accountant.

prior authorization

1
/pɹˈaɪɚ ˌɔθɚɪzˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase formal

permission needed in advance

Official permission that you must get before you do something, often used for insurance, medical care, or travel.

Beispiele
  • Many insurance plans require prior authorization for expensive tests.
  • You need prior authorization before working overtime on this project.

without authorization

1
/wɪðˈaʊt ˌɔθɚɪzˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase

doing something with no permission

To do something when you do not have the official permission to do it.

Beispiele
  • Employees are not allowed to install software without authorization.
  • He accessed the client database without authorization and was fired.

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