official

US /əˈfɪʃəl/

UK /əˈfɪʃl/

A2

adjective

  • Real, exact, truely felt
  • Of or done by someone in authority; formal
  • Approved or issued by someone in authority
  • Relating to the duties of a person in authority

noun

  • A person authorized to perform a specific duty
  • A person holding a public office or having official duties
  • A referee or umpire
  • A document that is formally approved
  • A person who supervises a sports event to ensure fair play.