authorities — Persons or organizations having power or control in a particular sphere. Those in command or having expertise in a field.
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: Persons or organizations having power or control in a particular sphere. Those in command or having expertise in a field.
Pronunciation (IPA): /əˈθɔːrətiːz/
Example Sentences
- The authorities are still searching for the criminal who stole all the donuts from the police station.
- Airport authorities announced that flight delays were caused by a flock of confused pigeons.
- Students must report any incidents to the school authorities immediately.
authorities
NOUN[/əˈθɔːrətiːz/]
Persons or organizations having power or control in a particular sphere. Those in command or having expertise in a field.
Persons or organizations having power or control in a particular sphere. Those in command or having expertise in a field.
The authorities debate while sororities watch from the gate!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'auctoritas' meaning influence or authority, derived from 'auctor' (originator, author). The concept evolved from 'the power to create or initiate something' to our modern sense of official power or expertise.
Breakdown
auctor- (originator/creator) + -itas (state/condition suffix) + -ies (plural suffix)
🎵Rhyme
📝Examples
“The authorities are still searching for the criminal who stole all the donuts from the police station.”
“Airport authorities announced that flight delays were caused by a flock of confused pigeons.”
“Students must report any incidents to the school authorities immediately.”
“The authorities have the power to shut down businesses that violate safety regulations.”
“The authorities banned students from bringing pet hamsters to school after the Great Hamster Escape of 2023.”
“Airport authorities were puzzled when they found a suitcase full of rubber ducks.”
“The authorities are investigating the unusual increase in pizza delivery orders during the exam period.”
“Medical authorities recommend getting enough sleep for better health.”
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