Authority
/əˈθɔːr.ɪ.ti/
Authority is the power to make rules and expect others to follow them, like when a principal decides the school rules and everyone must obey them.
Examples
- The principal at our school has the authority to make important decisions, like whether we should have a longer lunch break or if we need to follow new safety rules during recess.
- During group projects, it's essential to respect the authority of the team leader, who helps guide everyone and ensures that each person's ideas are heard and valued.
- In many video games, players often have to overcome challenges set by characters with authority, teaching them the importance of strategy and teamwork to achieve their goals.
Synonyms
control
power
command
leadership
influence
supervision
Antonyms
anarchy
chaos
disorder
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