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authority

[uh-thawr-i-tee, uh-thor-] / əˈθɔr ɪ ti, əˈθɒr- /




Usage

What are other ways to say authority? Authority is a power or right, usually because of rank or office, to issue commands and to punish for violations: to have authority over subordinates. Control is either power or influence applied to the complete and successful direction or manipulation of persons or things: to be in control of a project. Influence is a personal and unofficial power derived from deference of others to one's character, ability, or station; it may be exerted unconsciously or may operate through persuasion: to have influence over one's friends.

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However, most authority for running elections falls to the states.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

Given the context of the winter and Stokes' position of authority, there will be plenty who believe simply putting himself in that situation is enough for a change of captain.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

The U.K. antitrust authority is looking into the transaction, Bloomberg reported on Monday.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

The Cuban military was given essential authority over the tourism industry.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

Her face exudes a regal authority that feels strangely familiar.

From "Kwame Crashes the Underworld" by Craig Kofi Farmer




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