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authority in Latin

authority in Latin is auctōritās, auctoritas — authority means the power or right to give orders, make decisions, or enforce obedience.

authority in Latin

auctōritās

noun

(uncountable) Power or right to make or enforce rules, give orders, or impose obligation; or a position having such power or right.

auctoritas

noun

(uncountable) Power or right to make or enforce rules, give orders, or impose obligation; or a position having such power or right.

What does "authority" mean?

noun The power or right to give orders, make decisions, or enforce obedience.
"Only the head teacher has the authority to close the school in bad weather."
noun A person or source widely recognised as an expert on a subject.
"As an authority on bees, she was invited to speak at the festival."
noun A government body responsible for a particular public service.
"The local health authority opened a new clinic on the edge of town."

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

authority in a sentence

Only the head teacher has the authority to close the school in bad weather.
The manager has the authority to approve refunds.
As an authority on bees, she was invited to speak at the festival.
Many people regard this book as the leading authority on home gardening.

Similar words in Latin

agency command control office

Common Latin translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "authority" in Latin?

"authority" in Latin is auctōritās, auctoritas. authority means: The power or right to give orders, make decisions, or enforce obedience.

How do you use "authority" in a sentence?

Example: "Only the head teacher has the authority to close the school in bad weather." In Latin, "authority" is auctōritās, auctoritas.

Are there other ways to say "authority" in Latin?

Yes — Latin has 2 translations listed for "authority": auctōritās, auctoritas.

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