AUTHORITY
Scrabble letter values: A1U1T1H4O1R1I1T1Y4 = 15
Definition
- noun the power or right to give orders or make decisions. — synonyms: authorization, authorisation, potency, dominance, say-so
- noun (usually plural) persons who exercise (administrative) control over others.
- noun an expert whose views are taken as definitive.
- noun freedom from doubt. — synonyms: assurance, self-assurance, confidence, self-confidence, sureness
- noun an administrative unit of government. — synonyms: agency, federal_agency, government_agency, bureau, office
- noun official permission or approval. — synonyms: authorization, authorisation, sanction
- noun an authoritative written work.
Examples
- “he has the authority to issue warrants”
- “deputies are given authorization to make arrests”
- “a place of potency in the state”