authority (noun)
Authority refers to the legitimate power or right to give orders, make decisions, and enforce obedience within a specific jurisdiction. In academic and professional contexts, it also denotes an individual or organization recognized as having extensive, reliable knowledge or expertise in a particular subject.
"Parents generally exercise authority over their children's daily routines."
AUTHORity: An AUTHOR writes the rules, so they have the power.
Saying 'an authority in' instead of 'an authority on' a subject.
Using the singular 'authority' when referring to the police (should be 'authorities').
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