Approved

As an Adjective

1. Officially accepted or recognized as valid.
2. Considered suitable or satisfactory.
3. Given permission or authorization.

As a Verb (Past Tense of “Approve”)

1. Expressed agreement or consent for something.
2. Formally accepted or sanctioned a decision, plan, or request.
3. Found something to be good, valid, or suitable.

Word History

The word approved comes from the Latin approbare, meaning “to assent to” or “to make something acceptable.” It has been used in English since the 14th century to indicate acceptance or authorization.

Examples

1. The new policy was approved by the board. (Adjective)
2. He submitted the design, and it was quickly approved. (Verb)
3. Only approved suppliers can provide materials for the project. (Adjective)

Synonyms

Accepted, authorized, permitted, validated, endorsed (Adjective)
Agreed, sanctioned, confirmed, certified (Verb)

Related Words

Verified, allowed, recognized, licensed

Antonyms

Rejected, denied, disapproved, forbidden