licensed
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈlaɪsənst/
KK: /ˈlaɪsənst/
adjective
Definition
Having official permission to do something, usually granted by a governing body or authority.
Example
She is a licensed teacher, allowed to teach in public schools.
Conversation
Did you know that she’s a licensed yoga instructor now?
Really? That’s amazing!
Yeah, she worked really hard for that certification.
I’m so proud of her; it takes dedication to become licensed.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
certified
authorized
approved
Antonyms
unlicensed
unauthorized
prohibited
verb
Definition
To have official permission to do something, often related to a profession or activity.
Example
She was licensed to practice medicine after completing her training.
Tense Forms
Past: licensed
Past Participle: licensed
Conversation
Did you hear that Jake finally got licensed to drive?
Yeah, I saw his new car!
I can't believe it took him so long to get licensed.
Root Explanation
Licensed → It is formed from 'license' (from Old French *licence*, meaning permission or freedom) and '-ed' (a suffix indicating a state or condition). The word 'licensed' means being in a state of having permission or being authorized to do something.
Memory Tip
Think of 'license' as permission, and remember that 'licensed' means you have that permission or authorization.
Visually Confused Words
unlicensed
lichened
lensed
nonlicensed
relicense
lichenose
delicense
linseed