v. Function: verb
1 to invest with power or the right to act FF1C; I did not authorize him to speak for me FF1E;
Synonyms: accredit, commission, empower, enable, license
Related Words: approve, countenance, endorse; aid, assist, help, support, subserve; advance, facilitate, forward, further, promote
Contrasted Words: bar, disallow, enjoin, forbid, interdict, prohibit
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Synonyms: ENTITLE 2, qualify
Related Words: allow, let, permit; approve, countenance, endorse
Idioms: give one the right to
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Synonyms: INVEST 2, empower, vest