Definition
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authority
Authority refers to the power or right to give orders, make decisions, and enforce obedience.
权威是指发号施令、做出决定和执行服从的权力或权利。
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The teacher has the authority to discipline students.
老师有权威来惩罚学生。
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In this country, the government is the ultimate authority on laws.
在这个国家,政府是法律的最终权威。
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He is considered an authority on ancient history.
他被认为是古代历史的权威。