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Authority
01
autorité
the right or power to give orders to people
Exemples
The police officer acted with the full authority granted to him by law.
02
autorités
a person or group that exercises administrative or controlling power over others
Exemples
Health authorities issued new guidelines.
03
an expert whose opinion or knowledge is regarded as highly credible
Exemples
The scientist is a recognized authority in climate research.
04
confidence and self-assurance
Exemples
The leader handled the situation with calm authority.
05
official permission, sanction, or approval
Exemples
The project can not proceed without official authority.
06
an organization, agency, or administrative unit of government responsible for specific functions
Exemples
Local housing authorities allocate public housing.
07
an authoritative text, document, or reference that serves as a standard or model
Exemples
The treaty is an authority on international maritime law.
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authoritarian
authorize
authority
