authorities

Meanings

• noun

  The persons or bodies having the power and control over a particular area or activity.

  - "The police are the authorities in maintaining law and order."
  - "The school principal is the authority figure in the school."
  - "The board of directors is the highest authority in a corporation."

• noun

  An expert in a particular field or activity.

  - "He is the foremost authority on Shakespearean literature."
  - "The chef is the authority on Italian cuisine."
  - "The meteorologist is the authority on weather forecasts."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with authorities
powers , hours , flowers

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Variants

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authorities , authority

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Etymology

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Derived from the Latin word 'auctoritas' meaning 'power, authority, influence'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'authority' comes from the Latin word 'auctoritas'.

2. The first known use of the word 'authority' in English was in the 14th century.

3. The term 'authority' is often used interchangeably with 'power' or 'control'.

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Related Concepts

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1. Power: The ability or capacity to influence or control people, events, or situations.

2. Government: A system of authority established by a group of people to govern itself and enforce laws.

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Culture

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Throughout history, authorities have held significant cultural, historical, and symbolic significance. They have been depicted in various forms of art, literature, and music. For instance, in literature, authorities are often portrayed as figures of power and control, while in music, the term 'authority' is used metaphorically to describe a strong and commanding voice.

How to Memorize "authorities"

1. visualize
   

   - To visualize authorities, imagine a person or group in a position of power and control. Visualize them making decisions and enforcing rules.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'authorities' with words like 'power', 'control', and 'expertise'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic using the acronym 'PAW': Powerful, Authoritative, Wisdom.

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