Definition of Authority
Authority
au·thor·i·ty
Definition/Meaning
(noun)
the power to command, influence, or direct others' actions;
e.g. As the CEO of the company, I have the authority to hire or fire people whenever necessary.
(noun)
a person or body of people, in whom the power or authority is vested;
e.g. The housing authority will be here to inspect the building later today.
(noun)
a person with expertise or extensive knowledge about a subject;
e.g. She was the authority on criminal law.
(noun)
a book or source of information that supplies reliable information to settle disputes;
e.g. The lawyer was not able to find a single reference to any authority that he could be backed up by.
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"The key to successful leadership is influence, not authority" -- Ken Blanchard
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