authority
The power to enforce rules or give orders.
Word facts
Definition of Authority
The power to enforce rules or give orders.
Example sentences
- 1
I have the authority to penalise the staff in my department, but not the authority to sack them.
- 2
the world's foremost authority on orangutans
Synonyms for Authority
Antonyms for Authority
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FAQ
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How many syllables does authority have?
Authority has 4 syllables: aut·hor·ity. The word is broken into 4 spoken beats.
What part of speech is authority?
Authority is used as a noun. As a noun, it names a thing, idea, or concept.
What are synonyms for authority?
This entry does not currently list synonyms for authority. Try the Word Explorer or the Prefix Finder to explore related word patterns.
How do you use authority in a sentence?
Example: "I have the authority to penalise the staff in my department, but not the authority to sack them."
What words start with the same letter as authority?
Authority starts with the letter A. You can browse all words beginning with A on the Word Explorer A page, or use the Prefix Finder tool to search for words that begin with specific starting letters.
How many letters does authority have?
Authority has 9 letters. It contains 4 syllables and starts with the letter A. In word games, letter count and syllable count can help narrow results when you know the word length.