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consciously-authorized

|con-scious-ly-au-tho-rized|

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/ˈkɒnʃəsli ˈɔːθəraɪzd/

deliberate approval

Etymology
Etymology Information

'consciously-authorized' is a compound word combining 'consciously' and 'authorized'. 'Consciously' originates from Latin 'conscius', meaning 'knowing with others or in oneself', and 'authorized' comes from Latin 'auctorizare', meaning 'to give authority'.

Historical Evolution

The term 'consciously-authorized' evolved from the combination of 'conscious' and 'authorize', which were used separately in Middle English and later combined in modern English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'consciously' meant 'with awareness', and 'authorized' meant 'given permission'. Together, they evolved to mean 'approved with full awareness'.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

approved or sanctioned with full awareness and intent.

The project was consciously-authorized by the board.

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Last updated: 2025/06/12 12:05