authority
US /əˈθɔːr.ə.t̬i/
UK /əˈθɔːr.ə.t̬i/
1.
wewenang, otoritas
the power or right to give orders, make decisions, and enforce obedience
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The police have the authority to arrest criminals.
Polisi memiliki wewenang untuk menangkap penjahat.
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She has no authority over me.
Dia tidak punya wewenang atas saya.
2.
otoritas, lembaga
a person or organization having political or administrative power and control
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The local authority is responsible for waste collection.
Otoritas lokal bertanggung jawab atas pengumpulan sampah.
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You need to get permission from the relevant authority.
Anda perlu mendapatkan izin dari otoritas terkait.
3.
otoritas, ahli
the power to influence others, especially because of one's recognized knowledge or expertise
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He speaks with great authority on the subject of ancient history.
Dia berbicara dengan otoritas besar tentang subjek sejarah kuno.
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Her research has established her as an authority in the field.
Penelitiannya telah menjadikannya sebagai otoritas di bidang tersebut.