authority

/ɔːˈθɒrɪti/

noun

władza

/ˈvwad͡za/· rzeczownik

Also

autorytet(m)upoważnienie(n)

Definition

The power or right to give orders, make decisions, and enforce obedience, or an official organization or person with this power.

Examples

The local authority is responsible for public services.

Władze lokalne są odpowiedzialne za usługi publiczne.

She spoke with great authority on the subject.

Mówiła z wielkim autorytetem na ten temat.

Synonyms

power control jurisdiction

Collocations

local authorityhave authorityabuse of authority

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