authorities
Translation
authorities, officials
Examples
The authorities are investigating the crime.
The authorities are investigating the crime.
Grammar Patterns
((the authorities)) ((verb)) the authorities (verb) The authorities are investigating the crime.
Similar Words
Synonyms: officials, government, the police
Etymology
The plural form of 'authority'. It refers to the group of people or organisations that have power or authority.
Memory Tips
Think of 'the authorities' as the group of people with the 'authority' to enforce laws, like the police or government.