Synonyms for

Licences

Verb / ˈlaɪsʌnsɪz / Another word for licences — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Licences is the plural form of licence, which means a permit or official authorization to do something.

Synonyms & similar words

license permit licence decertify certify permits authorizations certificates credentials permissions approvals clearances passes warrants licenses tickets charters patents grants franchises concessions sanctions accreditations certifications enablers

Synonyms by register

Formal

authorization permission endorsement sanction

Informal

pass go-ahead okay ticket

Literary

leave dispensation

Antonyms

prohibition ban forbiddance disallowance veto embargo

Common collocations

  • driving licence
  • fishing licence
  • business licence
  • licence to operate
  • licence plate
  • licence fee
  • obtain a licence
  • apply for a licence

Word family

noun licence
verb license

Usage note

In British English, 'licence' is the noun and 'license' is the verb. In American English, 'license' is used for both noun and verb.

Example sentences

  1. I need to renew my driver's licence.
  2. He was fined for operating without a licence.
  3. My business requires a liquor licence.
  4. She applied for a marriage licence.
  5. The company obtained a patent licence for their product.

Quotes

  • Obtaining a licence is not the same as obtaining a skill.
  • A license to operate does not confer a right to use public resources.
  • A licence is a permit to do something that would otherwise be illegal.

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