authority
Translation
authority, power, permission, expert
Examples
She has the authority to make decisions.
She has the authority to make decisions.
He is an authority on ancient history.
He is an authority on ancient history.
Grammar Patterns
((have authority)) ((to-inf)) to have the power or right to do sth. She has the authority to make decisions.
((an authority)) ((on sth.)) an expert on a subject He is an authority on ancient history.
Similar Words
Synonyms: power, control, jurisdiction, expert; Antonyms: weakness, impotence
Etymology
From Latin 'auctoritas' meaning 'influence, command', from 'auctor' meaning 'author, master'.
Memory Tips
An 'author' has control over their story. 'Authority' is the power or control someone has.