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authored

v.
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈɔθɝd// UK //ˈɔːθəd// au·thored

v. to write a book, article, or report. You use this when you want to sound formal about who created a text.

v. to compose or originate a written work, especially a book or article. Formal register; often used in passive constructions to attribute authorship.


SIMPLE

She authored the new guide on safety.

CONTEXTUAL

The professor authored several papers on climate change.

COMPLEX

Although the team collaborated closely, only the lead researcher authored the final report.

Synonyms
Usage

The verb is transitive and takes a direct object.

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