authority - Definition & Meaning | VisualLang Dictionary

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the right or power to give orders to peoplethe right or power to give orders to people

同义词

authorisation say-so authorization dominance potency

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复数形式

authorities

1

权威, 权力

the right or power to give orders to people

The manager had the authority to approve all major project expenditures.
The police officer acted with the full authority granted to him by law.
The committee was given the authority to make final decisions on budget allocations.
The professor was recognized as an authority in the field of environmental science.

同义词：

authorisation say-so authorization dominance potency

2

a person or group that exercises administrative or controlling power over others

Local authorities regulate public services.
Health authorities issued new guidelines.
The school authorities decided on the curriculum.
Transportation authorities manage the train schedules.
Government authorities intervened in the dispute.

3

an expert whose opinion or knowledge is regarded as highly credible

She is an authority on medieval literature.
The scientist is a recognized authority in climate research.
He consulted an authority on ancient languages.
The professor is considered an authority on legal history.

4

confidence and self-assurance

She spoke with authority during the presentation.
The leader handled the situation with calm authority.
He answered the questions with authority and clarity.
The coach's authority inspired the players.
She performed the task with authority despite being new.

同义词：

assurance sureness confidence self-confidence self-assurance

5

official permission, sanction, or approval

You need authority to access the restricted area.
The project cannot proceed without official authority.
They acted under the authority of the mayor.
The student gained authority to conduct the experiment.
He sought authority from the board before implementing changes.

同义词：

authorization sanction authorisation

6

an organization, agency, or administrative unit of government responsible for specific functions

The transport authority manages the city's bus and rail networks.
Local housing authorities allocate public housing.
The airport authority oversees flight operations.
The health authority issued new vaccination guidelines.
The water authority maintains the municipal supply system.

同义词：

office bureau agency federal agency government agency

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an authoritative text, document, or reference that serves as a standard or model

Black's Law Dictionary is a key authority in legal studies.
The treaty is an authority on international maritime law.
The textbook serves as an authority for students.
Historical records are an authority on past events.
The manual is an authority on proper procedures.