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👑authority

noun
/əˈθɔːrəti/
authoritative authorize
authority definition card — visual illustration of the meaning authority synonyms and antonyms card — visual word comparison authority collocation card — common word combinations and phrases

Meaning

The power or right to give orders, make decisions, and enforce obedience.
The power or right to give orders, make decisions, and enforce obedience; a person or organization having power or control.

Example Sentences

The teacher has the authority to discipline students.

Regional authority was emphasized.

Example Expressions

in authority

Synonyms

power, control, command, influence, jurisdiction, dominion
Entry 1
power, control, command, influence, jurisdiction
Entry 2
control, power, command, jurisdiction, dominion

Antonyms

powerlessness, subordination, weakness, inability, submission
Entry 1
powerlessness, subordination
Entry 2
weakness, inability, powerlessness, submission, subordination

Collocations

legal authority, central authority, authority figure, in authority

More Example Sentences

I know that the manager has the authority to resolve this kind of issue.

I feel that the front-line staff do not have sufficient authority to resolve this issue.

I appreciate your help, but I feel this matter requires the attention of a higher authority.

This issue is extremely important to me, and I want someone with decision-making authority to look into it.

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