authority
//ɔːˈθɒrəti//
Noun
authoritySingular
authoritiesPlural
1
The power or right to give orders, make decisions, and enforce obedience.
The manager has the authority to approve budget requests.
2
A person or organization having power or control in a particular sphere.
Local authorities are responsible for maintaining the roads.
3
The power to influence others, especially because of one's commanding manner or one's recognized knowledge about something.
She spoke with authority on the subject of climate change.
4
An expert whose views are taken as definitive in a particular field.
She is a leading authority on ancient Roman history.
5
Official permission or approval for an action.
You need authority from the manager to access those files.