Die Autorität
Example: Die Autorität des Richters wird im Gerichtssaal respektiert.
Definition
"Die Autorität" refers to the recognized power or right to give orders, make decisions, and enforce obedience within a legal context. For example, "Die Autorität des Richters" means the judge's authority is respected in the courtroom.
Etymology
The word "die Autorität" comes from the Latin word 'auctoritas,' meaning influence or command. It entered German through French 'autorité.' Did you know that the original Latin root relates to increasing or creating, highlighting how authority grows from influence?
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"Die Autorität" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - Law - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 125 commonly used words.
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