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Authority
01
autoridade, poder
the right or power to give orders to people
Exemplos
The manager had the authority to approve all major project expenditures.
O gerente tinha a autoridade para aprovar todas as despesas principais do projeto.
The police officer acted with the full authority granted to him by law.
O policial agiu com toda a autoridade concedida a ele pela lei.
02
autoridades, poderes públicos
(usually plural) people with decision-making power over a specific area in a country
Exemplos
Local authorities regulate public services.
Health authorities issued new guidelines.
03
autoridade, especialista
an expert whose views are taken as definitive
Exemplos
She is an authority on medieval literature.
The scientist is a recognized authority in climate research.
04
confiança em si mesmo, segurança
freedom from doubt; belief in yourself and your abilities
Exemplos
She spoke with authority during the presentation.
The leader handled the situation with calm authority.
05
autorização, aprovação
official permission or approval
Exemplos
You need authority to access the restricted area.
The project can not proceed without official authority.
06
autoridade, administração
an administrative unit of government
Exemplos
The transport authority manages the city's bus and rail networks.
Local housing authorities allocate public housing.
07
autoridade, obra de referência
an authoritative written work
Exemplos
Black 's Law Dictionary is a key authority in legal studies.
The treaty is an authority on international maritime law.
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