authorize

How many syllables in authorize?

  3 syllables

Divide authorize into syllables:   au-thor-ize
Stressed syllable in authorize:   au-thor-ize
How to pronounce authorize:   aw-ther-ahyz
How to say authorize:

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Synonyms for authorize


1 syllable
  • pass
  • sign
2 syllables
  • allow
  • confirm
  • license
  • permit
  • approve
  • franchise
  • okay
  • sanction
3 syllables
  • accredit
  • consent to
  • empower
  • ratify
4 syllables
  • give permission
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