1. in the sense of power
- jurisdiction
- power
- control
- command
- charge
- mastery
- dominion
- dominance
- sovereignty
- rule
- supremacy
- ascendancy
- influence
- domination
- the upper hand
- sway
- hold
- leverage
- clout
- grip
- muscle
- pull
- drag
- teeth
2. in the sense of authorization
4. officials
- officialdom
- officials
- the government
- the people in charge
- the establishment
- the administration
- the system
- the bureaucracy
- the powers that be
- the police
- Big Brother
- the (men in) suits
3. in the sense of influence
- sway
- influence
- leverage
- control
- command
- power
- reputation
- weight
- kudos
- standing
- stature
- status
- gravitas
- prestige
- esteem
- image
- superiority
- supremacy
- rank
- eminence
- station
- position
- plausibility
- credibility
- acceptance
- integrity
- faith
- trust
- clout
- confidence
- drag
- pull
4. in the sense of expert
Example Sentences of Authority
1. She speaks with great authority.
2. The teacher has disciplinary authority.
3. He questioned the officer's authority.
4. They acted under his authority.