権威 — meaning in English

English meaning

• authority noun The power or right to give orders, make decisions, or enforce obedience.

Senses

権威 is used for these senses in English:

• authority (uncountable) Power or right to make or enforce rules, give orders, or impose obligation; or a position having such power or right.
• authority (countable) A reliable, definitive source of information on a subject.

authority — full definition

1. noun The power or right to give orders, make decisions, or enforce obedience.
2. noun A person or source widely recognised as an expert on a subject.
3. noun A government body responsible for a particular public service.

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