Synonyms for

Licensed

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

Definition

having official permission to do something or use something

Synonyms & similar words

licenced licence certify license accredited decertify commissioned authorized permitted certified accredited approved sanctioned legal legitimate lawful valid authentic genuine official recognized registered qualified allowed entitled empowered endowed

Synonyms by register

Formal

authorized permitted sanctioned approved

Informal

okayed given the green light cleared

Antonyms

unauthorized illegal prohibited forbidden unpermitted unsanctioned

Common collocations

  • licensed driver
  • licensed premises
  • licensed trade
  • licensed product
  • licensed software
  • licensed dealer
  • licensed professional

Word family

noun license
verb license
adjective licensed
adverb licensably

Usage note

Often used in the context of official permission or authorization, particularly for activities or professions. Can also refer to intellectual property rights.

Example sentences

  1. She is licensed to practice law.
  2. The bar is licensed to serve alcohol.
  3. He is a licensed electrician.
  4. The company is licensed to sell insurance.
  5. The pilot is licensed to fly commercial airplanes.

Quotes

  • The only way of catching a train I ever discovered is to miss the train before. - G.K. Chesterton
  • The only way to get rid of temptation is to yield to it. - Oscar Wilde
  • The only thing worse than being talked about is not being talked about. - Oscar Wilde

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