Definition

To give permission or approval for something to happen.

Example

The manager will authorise the budget for the new project.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Hey, can you help me authorise this document?

Sure! What do you need me to do?

I just need your signature to authorise the request.

No problem, I'll take care of it right now.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Authorise → It is formed from "author" (from Latin "auctor", meaning creator or originator) and "-ise" (a suffix used to form verbs meaning to make or to cause to be). The word "authorise" means to make someone an originator or to give permission to act.

Memory Tip

Think of an 'author' as someone who creates or originates something, and when you 'authorise' it, you are giving permission for that creation to happen.

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