Of a religion, church etc.: formally recognized by a state as being official within that area.
Explicitly defined, described or recognized as a reference.
Having been in existence for a long time and therefore recognized and generally accepted.
Relating to an ecclesiastical judge appointed by a bishop, chapter, archdeacon, etc., with charge of the spiritual jurisdiction.
Discharging an office or function.
Relating to an office; especially, to a subordinate executive officer or attendant.
True, real, beyond doubt.
Approved by authority; authorized.
Of or pertaining to an office or public trust.
Derived from the proper office or officer, or from the proper authority; made or communicated by virtue of authority
Dubious but recognized by authorities as truth and/or canon.
Listed in a national pharmacopeia.
Sanctioned by the pharmacopoeia; appointed to be used in medicine; officinal.
An office holder, a person holding an official position in government, sports, or other organization.