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    L’autorité (en. Authority)

    la-to-ri-te

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    The ability to influence or control the behavior of others.
    The authority of teachers is essential in education.
    L’autorité des enseignants est essentielle dans l’éducation.
    Legitimate power within an organization or institution.
    The government exercises authority over its citizens.
    Le gouvernement exerce une autorité sur ses citoyens.
    Recognition of a skill or knowledge.
    He is considered an authority in the field of scientific research.
    Il est considéré comme une autorité dans le domaine de la recherche scientifique.

    Etymology

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

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    parental authority
    The right of parents to raise and educate their children.
    autorité parentale
    to challenge authority
    To act against the rules or decisions of a person in a position of power.
    défier l'autorité
    to abuse one's authority
    To exercise power in an unfair or excessive manner.
    abuser de son autorité

    Related Words

    to authorize
    To give the right or power to do something.
    autoriser
    judicial authority
    Power exercised by courts and judges.
    autorité judiciaire
    public authority
    An institution that has the power to administer and regulate.
    autorité publique

    Slang Meanings

    Red rag
    He tried to stand up to his boss, but he was a real red rag.
    Il a essayé de tenir tête à son chef, mais c'était un vrai chiffon rouge.
    Big boss
    He thinks of himself as the big boss, but he will have to answer for his actions.
    Il se prend pour le big boss, mais il devra rendre des comptes.