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Meaning of warrant
The primary meaning of the word "warrant" is to give authority or justification for something.
Etymology of warrant
The word "warrant" originated from the Old French word "warant", which means "guarantor" or "surety".
It is derived from the Germanic word "wer", meaning "to guard" or "to protect", and the suffix "-ant", which forms a noun indicating a person or thing that performs a certain action.
Historically, the word "warrant" was used in medieval England to refer to a document that guaranteed the quality or authenticity of a product or service.
Synonyms
justify
authorize
sanction
endorse
approve
permit
allow
enable
license
certify
guarantee
assure
ensure
secure
validate
confirm
substantiate
corroborate
vindicate
rationalize
excuse
pardon
exonerate
acquit
discharge
exempt
privilege
empower
delegate
commission
entrust
mandate
decree
ordain
prescribe
dictate
command
instruct
direct
order
require
necessitate
obligate
compel
coerce
force
impel
drive
pressure
influence
sway
persuade
convince
justify
legitimate
rationalize
excuse
Definitions
- A warrant is a document issued by a legal authority, authorizing someone to do something, especially to arrest or search someone or something.
- To warrant something means to justify or give grounds for it, or to guarantee or assure the quality or performance of something.
- In a legal context, a warrant is a judicial authorization that allows a law enforcement officer to take a specific action, such as making an arrest or conducting a search.
Usage Examples
- The police obtained a warrant to search the suspect's house.
- The company's excellent customer service warrants a high rating.
- The new employee's skills and experience warrant a higher salary.