Example: They have authority over the entire process
Definition
"To have authority" means to possess the power or right to give orders, make decisions, and enforce obedience within a particular context or domain.
Translations
tener autoridad
gezag hebben
tenir autoritat
avoir autorité
befugen
Etymology
The phrase "to have authority" originates from the Latin word 'auctoritas,' meaning influence or command. Over time, it evolved in English to denote the legitimate power one holds, often derived from a recognized position or role.
