official

adjective
UK: /əˈfɪʃəl/
US: /əˈfɪʃəl/

  1. Connected with a government or someone in a position of authority.

    1. The official language here is French, it is used everywhere. [ ] [ ]
    2. The official investigation will start soon, and we need to be prepared. [ ] [ ]

  2. Approved or done by someone in authority, especially a government.

    1. This is the official policy; everyone must follow it now. [ ] [ ]
    2. We are waiting for the official results of the election before we celebrate. [ ] [ ]

  3. Used to describe something that is publicly acknowledged or permitted.

    1. What is your official position at this company right now? [ ] [ ]
    2. This visit is my official visit to the country, and I am excited to be here. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

officer authorized representative certified formal
official noun

  1. A person who holds a position of authority in a government or organization.

    1. The official came to inspect the building today. [ ] [ ]
    2. Several high-ranking officials were present at the important meeting yesterday. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "official" in English means: Connected with a government or someone in a position of authority., Approved or done by someone in authority, especially a government., Used to describe something that is publicly acknowledged or permitted..

The phonetic transcription of "official" is /əˈfɪʃəl/ in British English and /əˈfɪʃəl/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "official": officer, authorized, representative, certified, formal.

Example usage of "official": "The official language here is French, it is used everywhere.". More examples on the page.