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approved Synonyms

Another word for approved

Choosing another word for approved that fits your sentence is easier when synonyms and similar words are paired with an exact adjective definition and ranked by match strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

Officially agreed to, sanctioned, or accepted as satisfactory by an authority or governing body.

Usage Example

"Please ensure that you only use authorized vendors when ordering new laboratory equipment."

Strongest
authorized
sanctioned
accredited
certified
licensed
Strong
endorsed
official
ratified
validated
accepted

Opposites of approved

The opposite of approved shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

unapproved
unauthorized
unsanctioned
unaccredited
unlicensed
rejected
prohibited
banned
See all opposites of approved

• Nearby Words

approvable
approval
approve
approved
approver
approving
approvingly

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Approved. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/approved
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