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Authority
01
autoridade, poder
the right or power to give orders to people
Exemplos
The committee was given the authority to make final decisions on budget allocations.
02
a person or group that exercises administrative or controlling power over others
Exemplos
Government authorities intervened in the dispute.
03
an expert whose opinion or knowledge is regarded as highly credible
Exemplos
He consulted an authority on ancient languages.
04
confidence and self-assurance
Exemplos
She performed the task with authority despite being new.
05
official permission, sanction, or approval
Exemplos
He sought authority from the board before implementing changes.
06
an organization, agency, or administrative unit of government responsible for specific functions
Exemplos
The water authority maintains the municipal supply system.
07
an authoritative text, document, or reference that serves as a standard or model
Exemplos
The manual is an authority on proper procedures.
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