Authorized leave is a term used to refer to a specific type of leave that is sanctioned and approved by an employer or supervisor. It is generally used when an employee requests time off from work for personal reasons, such as to attend to a family emergency or to take care of a personal matter that requires their presence. Synonyms for the term "authorized leave" include "approved absence," "sanctioned leave," "official time off," "authorized absence," and "official leave." The use of these synonyms may vary depending on the industry or organization in which they are used, but they all refer to leave that has been officially approved and sanctioned by the appropriate authorities.