authority

US /əˈθɔːr.ə.t̬i/
UK /əˈθɔːr.ə.t̬i/
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1.

权力, 权限

the power or right to give orders, make decisions, and enforce obedience

:
The police have the authority to arrest criminals.
警察有逮捕罪犯的权力
She has no authority over me.
她对我没有权力
2.

当局, 部门

a person or organization having political or administrative power and control

:
The local authority is responsible for waste collection.
地方当局负责垃圾收集。
You need to get permission from the relevant authority.
你需要获得相关部门的许可。
3.

权威, 专家

the power to influence others, especially because of one's recognized knowledge or expertise

:
He speaks with great authority on the subject of ancient history.
他在古代历史方面说话很有权威
Her research has established her as an authority in the field.
她的研究使她成为该领域的权威